Lecturer in Optometry & Vision Science (Teaching & Research)

UNSW; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional 3 days leave during Xmas

Career development opportunities

Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses

Flexible 17% Superannuation, leave-加载和

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Job summary

UNSW invites applications for a Lecturer in Optometry & Vision Science (Teaching & Research). The role blends high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching with active research and scholarship, contributing to curriculum design, student assessment, and academic leadership within the School of Optometry & Vision Science.

The successful candidate will engage in teaching design, online delivery, and research activities, while supporting accreditation requirements and scholarly initiatives.

Qualifications

• PhD in Optometry or Vision Science or related discipline with relevant work experience.
• Registered with AHPRA as a therapeutically qualified optometrist in Australia.
• Proven commitment to keeping up-to-date knowledge and developments in the field.
• Experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergrad/postgrad levels.
• Experience using educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and curriculum development across levels.
• Knowledge of industry/work-integrated learning is desirable.
• Ability to support diverse student backgrounds and promote equity and inclusion.
• Track record in research with high quality, high impact outcomes and leadership potential.
• Involvement with the profession/industry is advantageous.
• Strong communication and networking skills with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including curriculum development and assessment.
• Undertake independent and collaborative research with publications and grant activity.
• Support course administration, quality assurance and school activities while maintaining professional accreditation.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Teaching experience

Educational technologies

Research leadership

Industry/profession involvement

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Optometry or Vision Science

Job description

This Job is based in Australia

Lecturer in Optometry & Vision Science (Teaching & Research)

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Fixed term until 30 June 2028
• Remuneration: $133k - $156k base prorated (+17% super and a leave loading)
• Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
• Location: UNSW Campus, Kensington (flexibility to WFH, 3 days in the office)

The School of Optometry & Vision Science

Our school is the largest in Australasia and is ranked #1 Optometry School in the world for research excellence in the Global Optometrist Top 200 Research Ranking (T200) and #1 globally for contact lens research. We are committed to translational research which leads to practical application and significant improvements in ocular health. The school takes pride in its achievements in teaching and research over the last 50 years. We look forward to expanding and optimising our activities. Our aim is to continue providing outstanding vision care and offering the knowledge infrastructure to support our changing profession.

The Opportunity

Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including curriculum development, student assessment, academic support and innovative teaching practices that enhance student learning outcomes. Undertake independent and collaborative research, contributing to scholarly publications, research projects and competitive grant applications that advance disciplinary knowledge. Support course administration, academic quality assurance and School/Faculty activities, while maintaining professional expertise and accreditation requirements.

Key Skills And Experience Required

• A PhD in Optometry OR other Vision Science related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Registered with AHPRA as a therapeutically qualified optometrist in Australia.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
• A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.

Full details can be found in the position description.

UNSW Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

• Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidays
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Pre-Employment Checks

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role. Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

Enquiries

Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Partner

E: [e-mail]

Applications close: Monday 9th November 2026, before 11.30pm Sydney time.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.