Lecturer in Occupational Therapy - Clinical Education

UNIVERSITY OF THE SUNSHINE COAST - UNISC; Australia; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 141,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

17% Superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and career‑sp

EAP, fitness passport & discounted私健康

Job summary

UNIVERSITY OF THE SUNSHINE COAST - UNISC is seeking an experienced occupational therapy educator to support students across clinical teaching and placement experiences at the Sunshine Coast campus. The role focuses on developing learners' clinical skills, confidence and professional capability within simulated, telehealth, and real placements.

You will collaborate with the Discipline Lead, Occupational Therapy, to foster partnerships with health providers and stakeholders, contribute to

Qualifications

• Must hold a Masters or PhD qualification, or near-completion in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing.
• Proven effectiveness as a teacher with evidence from student feedback and supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership of quality clinical education for undergraduates across placements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging clinical education and learning experiences across occupational therapy programs.
• Lead and support quality placement experiences, including simulated, telehealth, internal and external placements.
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback to support growth and readiness.
• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers, community organisations and industry partners.
• Contribute to governance, school initiatives and activities that enhance student experience.

Skills

Masters/PhD

Teaching

Curriculum design

Clinical education

Leadership

Partnership building

Education

Masters or PhD qualification

Job description

UNIVERSITY OF THE SUNSHINE COAST - UNISC

Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF THE SUNSHINE COAST - UNISC Research Field Medical sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 15 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

• School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level B, $118,481 - $140,567 p.a (pro rata)., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Part-time, (20%FTE, 7.25 hours per week), Ongoing appointment

The Schol of Health (SOH)

Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health!

Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well‑being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.

The opportunity

You’ll play a key role in supporting Occupational Therapy students to develop the clinical skills, confidence and professional capability they need to thrive in practice. Working under the broad direction of the Discipline Lead, Occupational Therapy, you’ll contribute to clinical teaching, student placement experiences and the development of a sustainable professional placement program, while building strong partnerships with healthcare providers, community organisations and industry stakeholders. Join a collaborative team committed to innovative learning experiences, strong community connections and positive student outcomes across simulated, telehealth, internal and external clinical placements.

Please note, this position role is located at the UniSC Sunshine Coast campus at Sippy Downs and may require travel to different locations.

• Deliver engaging clinical education and learning experiences across occupational therapy programs.
• Lead and support quality placement experiences, including simulated, telehealth, internal and external placements.
• Assess student learning and provide constructive feedback that supports growth and professional readiness.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to strengthen placement opportunities and student learning pathways.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with healthcare providers, professional bodies, community organisations and industry partners.
• Contribute to governance, school initiatives and activities that enhance the student experience.
• Integrate scholarship, professional practice and research-informed approaches into teaching and learning.

About you:

You’re an experienced occupational therapy professional who is passionate about developing future practitioners and supporting student success. Whether your background is in clinical practice, clinical education, higher education or a combination of these areas, you’ll bring professional credibility, collaboration and a commitment to quality learning experiences. You’ll enjoy building relationships, identifying opportunities for innovation and working with diverse stakeholders, while confidently mentoring students, contributing to team initiatives and strengthening partnerships across the profession.

You will possess:

• Completion of a Masters or PhD qualification; or near‑completion of a PhD qualification; in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing or a minimum of ten years clinical experience as an accredited profession in the field of study;
• Effectiveness as a teacher, which is evidenced by:
• student feedback on clinical teaching and student supervision placement in various forms: including simulated placement, telehealth placement, external and internal placements using valid instrument/s, peer review and/or student outcomes, and
• the capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching.
• Evidence of leadership of quality clinical education of undergraduate students in various forms: including simulated, telehealth, external and internal placements;
• Membership of and sound connections with relevant professional bodies, community groups and/or in professional practice and evidence of leading development of new partnerships;
• Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment which is conducive to high levels of engagement and standards of achievement for both staff and students and evidence of leading staff; and
• Evidence of participation in academic development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic.
• Experience undertaking academic administrative functions (e.g., course coordination), within a University.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you’re excited about this role but your CV doesn’t align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Professor Pamela Meredith
Discipline Lead, Occupational Therapy – School of Health
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.