Lead Speech Pathology Academic — Teaching & Research

University of Canberra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Canberra invites applications for an academic in Speech Pathology at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level (ER/EF) depending on experience. The role contributes to teaching in the Masters program, curriculum renewal, and research leadership within the Discipline of Speech Pathology.

You will lead curriculum development and deliver high-quality teaching, while pursuing impactful research and fostering industry partnerships with local, national, and international

Qualifications

• PhD in Speech Pathology or a closely related field.
• Eligible for (or currently hold) Certified Practising Speech Pathologist status with Speech Pathology Australia.
• A current ACT working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration or able to obtain.
• Applicants should have valid Australian working rights at the time of submission.
• For Level C & D, internationally recognised research publications, higher degree research student supervision and success in securing grant funding.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in both classroom and clinical environments
• Collaborating with colleagues to advance academic initiatives and research
• Delivering innovative, high-quality teaching in the Masters program and contribute to curriculum design
• Developing and maintaining strong partnerships with industry, professional associations, and government stakeholders
• Promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence
• Providing strategic leadership for the Discipline of Speech Pathology in education and research (for Level C & D)
• Mentoring and supporting academic staff to enhance teaching quality and research outcomes (for Level C & D)

Education

PhD in Speech Pathology or closely related field

Job description

The University of Canberra invites applications for an academic in Speech Pathology at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level (ER/EF) depending on experience. The role contributes to teaching in the Masters program, curriculum renewal, and research leadership within the Discipline of Speech Pathology.

You will lead curriculum development and deliver high-quality teaching, while pursuing impactful research and fostering industry partnerships with local, national, and international