Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in OT (Teaching Focused)

Bond University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff car parking

Parental leave

Salary packaging options

Annual leave loading

Employee Assistance Program

Study assistance

Corporate discounts

Onsite Medical Centre

Onsite Sports Centre

Job summary

Bond University invites applications for an Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy (Teaching Focused). This 0.6 FTE, fixed-term role is based at the Bond Institute of Health and Sport, Robina, with opportunities to influence teaching and student experience.

The successful candidate will be registered with Ahpra, hold a doctoral qualification and demonstrate a strong record in teaching, learning and scholarship.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
• Ideal candidates will hold Doctoral qualifications and have a proven track record in effective teaching, learning and scholarship.
• For Associate Professor, demonstrated leadership, management and team-building capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach in Occupational Therapy with a focus on teaching excellence and student engagement.
• Lead and contribute to scholarly activity in OT education and research.
• Support staff and students, contribute to program leadership and development.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum development

Team-building

Communication

Education

PhD

Job description

Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in OT (Teaching Focused)

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

Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy (Teaching Focused) Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine
Part-time 0.6 FTE, Fixed term for 2 years

Position Reference No: 201393609

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
• 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#

About the Position

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 at The 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.

Further information

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

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

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at anytime during the recruitment process.

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