Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy (Teaching Focused)

Bond University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 173,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff car parking

Parental leave

Salary packaging options

Annual leave loading

Staff wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Study assistance for staff and depend

Corporate health and finance discounts

Onsite Medical Centre

Onsite Sports Centre

Job summary

Bond University invites applications for an Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy, Teaching Focused, at 0.6 FTE on a two-year fixed-term contract. The role supports Master of Occupational Therapy and Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy programs, engaging in teaching, supervision, and clinical education across diverse contexts.

The ideal candidate is registered (or eligible) with Ahpra, holds a Doctoral qualification, and demonstrates outstanding teaching and

Qualifications

• Registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
• Doctoral qualification and proven track record of excellence in teaching, learning and scholarship.
• Strong leadership, management and team-building capabilities for the Associate Professor role.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching across the breadth of Occupational Therapy and supervise practical and case-based learning.
• Support practice education and supervise clinical, industry and/or research activities for OT students.
• Contribute to development of Bond University’s Master and Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy programs.
• Inspire staff and students, fostering excellence and innovation in OT education.

Skills

Teaching

Leadership

Curriculum development

Team collaboration

Education

Doctoral qualification

Job description

Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy (Teaching Focused)

Part-time 0.6 FTE, Fixed term for 2 years

Reference number: 201393609

About the position

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Join an innovative Occupational Therapy discipline and make a meaningful impact in your field.
• Inspire the next generation of occupational therapists through contemporary, practice-focused education
• Teach in world-class, purpose-built facilities designed to enhance learning and clinical Occupational Therapy practice

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependants#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

Bond University is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Occupational Therapist Academic to join our Occupational Therapy discipline as an Assistant Professor (Level A) or Associate Professor (Level B), Teaching Focused, on a part-time (0.6 FTE), two-year fixed-term appointment.

This exciting opportunity will contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of Bond University’s Master of Occupational Therapy and Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy programs, working alongside a passionate team of academics, clinicians and industry professionals committed to excellence and innovation in Occupational Therapy education.

Our Master of Occupational Therapy is distinguished by its unique blend of case-based learning, practical application and more than 1,000 hours of practice-based education. Students gain experience across a broad range of clinical contexts and have opportunities to collaborate with community and industry partners through innovative research and industry projects.

In this role, you will contribute to teaching across the breadth of Occupational Therapy, with emphasis aligned to your area of clinical and/or academic expertise. You will also support practical and case-based learning, contribute to practice education, and supervise clinical, industry and/or research activities undertaken by Occupational Therapy students.

Our programs are accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council of Australia and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) and accreditation by ACOTE in the United States, reflecting our commitment to excellence in OT education and international recognition.

About the person

We are looking for passionate and driven Occupational Therapists who are registered (or eligible for registration) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). Ideal candidates will hold a Doctoral qualification and bring a proven track record of excellence in effective teaching, learning, scholarship, appropriate to the level of appointment.

For the Associate Professor role, we are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong leadership, management, and team-building capabilities to inspire and support both staff and students.

Salary details

The salary for this position will be negotiated commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience. Salary packaging options are available. The level of appointment will be determined by the Selection Panel.

Associate Professor (Level B) in Occupational Therapy: The salary for this 0.6 FTE position commences at $103,918 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. Full-time Equivalent is $173,197.62 per annum plus 12% superannuation.

Assistant Professor (Level A) in Occupational Therapy: The salary for this 0.6 FTE position commences at $99,006.58 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. Full-time Equivalent is $165,010.96 per annum plus 12% superannuation.

This position is based atThe Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Robina, located in the Robina Health precinct. A purpose-built teaching and training facility featuring contemporary clinical and teaching environments. Occupational Therapy students have access to specialised facilities including the Work Play Lab, Activities of Daily Living Lab with an independent living environment, paediatric facilities, and the Bond University Health and Wellness Clinic, providing rich opportunities for practical and authentic learning. Some travel between Bond University locations is required.

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Professor Tawanda Machingura, Head of OT Program at ********@bond.edu.au

Applications close: 11.59pm, Sunday 25 October 2026.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration. For more information, please visit our website via this link:Applying for Jobs at Bond

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