Associate Lecturer (Level A) - Nursing

Griffith International; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith University on the Gold Coast is seeking an Associate Lecturer (Level A) in Nursing to support the delivery of high quality nursing education while contributing to teaching, scholarship and student success within a collaborative academic environment.

This continuing, full-time position is based at Griffith University Gold Coast with opportunities to work across other locations. Salary range: A$82,704–A$111,219 per annum plus 17% superannuation, total package up to A$130,126.

Qualifications

• Hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with Ahpra.
• Bachelor of Nursing and a postgraduate qualification in nursing (Graduate Certificate or higher) or bring significant relevant clinical experience.
• Demonstrate strong contemporary nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across academic, clinical, and professional environments.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development; master's degree viewed favourably.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning experiences across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
• Facilitate contemporary teaching and assessment practices that support student achievement.
• Continuously enhance teaching effectiveness through professional development and reflective practice.
• Contribute to research, scholarship, and professional activities within the nursing discipline.
• Engage with industry and community partners to support student learning and employability outcomes.

Skills

Nursing Registration

Bachelor of Nursing

Graduate Certificate or higher

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Postgraduate qualification in nursing

Job description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why?

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is internationally recognised for excellence in education and research. It is consistently ranked among the world’s leading nursing and midwifery schools (#1 in Australia, #6 in the world; 2026 ShanghaiRanking by Academic Subjects). We are committed to advancing practice, policy and research that improves health outcomes for all.

As an Associate Lecturer (Level A) in Nursing, you will support the delivery of high quality nursing education while contributing to teaching, scholarship, and student success within a collaborative academic environment.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver engaging learning experiences across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.
• Facilitate contemporary teaching and assessment practices that support student achievement.
• Continuously enhance teaching effectiveness through professional development and reflective practice.
• Contribute to research, scholarship, and professional activities within the nursing discipline.
• Engage with industry and community partners to support student learning and employability outcomes.

This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range

The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level A range $82,704 - $111,219 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $96,764 - $130,126 per annum.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will

• Hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with Ahpra.
• Possess a Bachelor of Nursing and a postgraduate qualification in nursing (Graduate Certificate or higher) or bring significant relevant clinical and professional experience.
• Demonstrate strong contemporary nursing knowledge and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Have excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work effectively across academic, clinical, and professional environments.
• Be committed to ongoing professional development, with completion of, or current enrolment in, a master’s degree viewed favourably.

Why Griffith?

As a values‑led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero‑tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Ann Bonner, Head of School - School of Nursing and Midwifery at [e-mail]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

Closing date:

Sunday 25th October at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.