Lecturer in Physiotherapy

Monash University; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Monash University in Victoria invites applications for a Lecturer in Physiotherapy to contribute to entry-to-practice education and curriculum development across acute, subacute and community settings.

The role involves delivering lectures, tutorials, practical and simulation activities, supervising students, coordinating subjects, and collaborating with clinical and industry partners, with a focus on evidence-based practice and professional behaviour.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognised physiotherapy qualification and AHPRA registration.
• Experience teaching at tertiary level and developing curricula.
• Ability to work flexibly across clinical and non-clinical subject areas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, practicals, simulations and clinical learning activities.
• Contribute to curriculum development and subject coordination.
• Supervise student research and provide assessment feedback.
• Collaborate with clinical and industry partners to enhance learning.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Tertiary teaching

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Masters or PhD (desirable)

Tools

Moodle

Job description

Duration:Fixed-term appointment until 27 June 2027

• Amplify your impact as a Lecturer (Physiotherapy) at a world top 50 university
• Join an inclusive, collaborative community shaping future physiotherapists
• Be inspired by extraordinary ideas advancing physiotherapy education and practice

Join the Department of Physiotherapy in January 2027 as a Lecturer, contributing to engaging education across entry-to-practice courses. This exciting opportunity involves developing curriculum and supporting student learning across acute, subacute and community settings, with a focus on evidence-based practice, cultural safety, professional behaviour and global citizenship.

The position will contribute to curriculum development and may involve the delivery of lectures, tutorials, practical, simulation and clinical learning activities, alongside student supervision, assessment and subject coordination. The role also offers opportunities to collaborate with clinical and industry partners, supervise student research and contribute to scholarly activities, supporting high-quality teaching and graduates prepared for the evolving needs of the physiotherapy profession.

The position has both essential and desirable requirements. Essential requirements include a recognised physiotherapy qualification and AHPRA registration, experience in tertiary teaching and curriculum development, flexibility across clinical and non-clinical subject areas, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable requirements include a relevant post-graduate Masters or PhD qualification, experience coordinating clinical education and/or coursework units including familiarity with digital learning management systems (e.g. Moodle), as well as demonstrated capabilities to conduct research, analyse data, and write at academic standard.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to physiotherapy education, student success and the advancement of the profession, we encourage you to apply.

Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate present valid and current Australian work rights.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking - a place where great things happen.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world's top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

Enquiries:Professor Christian Osadnik, Head of Physiotherapy,***************@monash.edu Please only contact Professor Osadnik regarding specific questions about the position. Otherwise please submit your application by clicking on the apply button below.

Applications Close: Thursday 5 November 2026, 11:55pm AEDT

Supporting a diverse workforce

Monash University recognises that its Australian campuses are located on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin nations, and pays its respects to their elders, past and present.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities,neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.