Associate Lecturer in Nursing - Teaching Intensive

University of Newcastle; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

17% superannuation

Annual leave loading

Generous leave entitlements

Wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

University of Newcastle seeks an Associate Lecturer in Nursing (Teaching Intensive) at the Tamworth campus. This part-time, 0.6FTE 12‑month Fixed-Term contract offers involvement in delivering the Bachelor of Nursing, student support, and engagement with regional health partners.

You will contribute to teaching with simulation-based and work-integrated learning, collaborate across campuses, and pursue scholarly activities to enhance teaching practice.

Qualifications

• Current nursing registration with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Post-graduate qualification at master’s level or higher.
• Experience in adult teaching and learning.
• Recency of general nursing practice (450 hours over the past five years).

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Bachelor of Nursing program with high-quality teaching.
• Provide student support and monitor retention and success.
• Incorporate simulation-based learning and work-integrated learning.
• Collaborate across Tamworth, Callaghan and Central Coast campuses on governance and curriculum.
• Engage with community and industry partners and participate in scholarly activities.

Skills

Adult teaching

AHPRA registration

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree or higher

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Category: Academic Level A

Salary: Level A $84,933 – $115,261 plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading

Position: Part-time (0.6FTE), 12 month Fixed-Term contract (possibility of extension)

Location: Tamworth Campus

About the Role

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Associate Lecturer in Nursing (Teaching Intensive) to join our team based at the University of Newcastle's Tamworth campus. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the next generation of nurses through high-quality teaching, student support, and engagement with regional health partners.

As a teaching-focused academic, you will contribute to the delivery of the Bachelor of Nursing program. You will deliver engaging learning experiences, support student success and retention, and incorporate contemporary, evidence-informed approaches to teaching, including simulation-based learning and work-integrated learning opportunities.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across our campuses in Tamworth, Callaghan and the Central Coast, you will also contribute to School governance, curriculum development, and community and industry engagement. While this is a teaching-intensive position, you will be encouraged to participate in scholarly and research activities that enhance teaching practice and contribute to the School’s broader academic profile.

This position offers the opportunity to build strong partnerships with local health services and professional organisations, while benefiting from the School's extensive networks across the Hunter New England, Central Coast and Mid North Coast regions. You will also have access to collaborative research opportunities through the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) and the Central Coast Clinical School and Research Institute (CCCSRI).

About you

You are a passionate nursing professional who is committed to delivering outstanding student learning experiences and advancing nursing education in regional Australia.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Current registration, as a nurse, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with no restrictions, notations or conditions
• Post-graduate qualification at master’s level or higher
• Experience in adult teaching and learning
• Demonstrated computer literacy and confidence using online learning and administrative platforms (e.g. Canvas). Training in University-specific systems will be provided
• Recency of practice in acute general nursing (450 hours over the past five years)

For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description.

If you’re ready to join a university that’s committed to equity and excellence, and to contribute to a community that values your expertise and vision, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

The School of Nursing and Midwifery delivers undergraduate, postgraduate and higher degree research (HDR) programs. Our footprint spans three local health districts, Central Coast, Hunter New England and Mid-North Coast and includes partnerships with public and private hospitals. Students gain clinical experience in tertiary hospitals in urban and regional settings, with opportunities to practice in community, rural and remote environments.

We have a strong commitment to Indigenous health, reflected through Indigenisation of our curricula and active recruitment of Indigenous students and staff. Our teaching is evidence-based and contemporary, using innovative pedagogy to deliver quality programs at every levels.

The School prioritises translational research that impacts the health of local and global communities and contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Our research programs are multidisciplinary and conducted in partnership with leading institutes and health services.

Our university

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader with a reputation for excellence in education and research. Ranking in the top 1% of global universities and among the top 40 for impact, our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. Strategic Plan 2030 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

We are proud to be one of the first two Universities in Australia to achieve SAGE Athena Swan Silver Accreditation for gender equity, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI).

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas and extend respect to Elders past and present. We are committed to strengthening Indigenous higher education and supporting Indigenous students and communities.

What we offer

The university offers a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance for all staff, including:

• Flexible working arrangements
• 17% superannuation, access to salary packaging options and annual leave loading
• Generous leave entitlements
• Wellbeing and support programs that promote mental, physical, and emotional health
• Career development opportunities

Our assessment process

Typically candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:

• Interview (an ‘in person’ interview will be conducted as part of the process)
• Referee checks
• Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role

Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.

As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.

The completion and return of the University’s Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.

Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance—it’s about living our values. Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non-negotiable.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know. This information will help us understand how best to support you and ensure an equitable and inclusive recruitment process.

Please be assured that anything you share will be treated respectfully and appropriately. Our goal is to provide the best environment for every candidate to demonstrate their suitable skills and experience.

Please reach out to [e-mail] if you are experiencing any difficulties or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments.

Application close date: Sunday 15th November 11:59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.