Lecturer in Occupational Therapy

Southern Cross University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health invites applications for a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy to support delivery of the new Master of Occupational Therapy program. You will contribute to high-quality teaching, student support, and collaboration within an established OT academic team, with potential to teach in the Bachelor program as needed.

Role may include leadership duties related to work-integrated learning, and you will be encouraged to grow, collaborate and thrive in a

Qualifications

• PhD or progress toward PhD required or strongly desired; academic and/or clinical experience may be considered.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as an Occupational Therapist in Australia (Ahpra) with no conditions that limit the role.
• Experience using contemporary educational technologies and teaching in blended/online environments across settings.
• Ability to design, implement and evaluate curriculum to improve student learning.
• Emerging scholarship/peer-reviewed publications or equivalent.
• Commitment to culturally responsive practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across the occupational therapy program.
• Develop, review and implement curriculum meeting accreditation standards.
• Support work integrated learning and coordinate with industry partners.
• Contribute to research and scholarship to enhance the faculty's profile.

Skills

Curriculum design

Blended/online teaching

Research and scholarship

Industry partnerships

Culturally responsive practice

Education

PhD progress or PhD

OT registration eligibility in Australia

Tools

Educational technologies

Job description

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Southern Cross University’sFaculty of Health is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Occupational Therapy to support the delivery of our new Master of Occupational Therapy program. In this role, you’ll contribute to high-quality teaching and student support, helping prepare future occupational therapists for meaningful, job-ready careers. Whether you are an early-career academic building your teaching profile or an experienced educator looking to deepen your impact, you’ll be supported to grow, collaborate and thrive. You will join an established team of occupational therapy academics and may also teach within our Bachelor program. Depending on experience, interests and operational requirements, there may also be an opportunity to undertake leadership responsibilities associated with work-integrated learning, through the role of Work Integrated Learning Academic Coordinator.

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering high-quality, engaging teaching across the occupational therapy program
• Developing, reviewing and implementing curriculum that meets accreditation standards and supports student success
• Supporting work integrated learning and coordinating with industry partners to ensure meaningful learning experiences
• Contributing to research and scholarship that enhances the Faculty’s profile and informs best practice

What you will bring

You’re a passionate occupational therapist who enjoys supporting student growth and success. You enjoy applying contemporary teaching practices, collaborating with colleagues, and shaping learning experiences that prepare students for real-world practice.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A PhD or show significant progress toward completing the same, along with academic and/or clinical experience.
• Registration or be eligible for registration as an Occupational Therapist in Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), with no conditions that would limit the capacity to fulfil the requirements of the position.
• Experience in the use of contemporary educational technologies and teaching in blended and online environments across a range of practice settings and populations
• Proficiency in designing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and resources to improve student learning effectiveness
• An emerging track record in scholarship and research as evidenced by relevant peer- reviewed publications and publications/research plan, or other comparable scholarly achievements
• A commitment to culturally responsive practice

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed.A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Part-time (50%), continuing (permanent)
• Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.
• ACAD Level B. The base salary ranges from $114,482 - $135,392 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $158,409.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Name: Dr Michelle Bissett, Chair of Discipline (Allied Health & Community Welfare)

Phone: [phone] ***

Email: ***************@scu.edu.au

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate.For any support through the recruitment process, reach out to ****@scu.edu.au.