Lecturer In Physiotherapy

Monash; Victoria; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash University invites applications for a Lecturer in Physiotherapy at the Peninsula campus. The role focuses on developing curriculum and supporting student learning across acute, subacute and community settings with emphasis on evidence-based practice and cultural safety.

Teaching will include lectures, tutorials, practicals and simulations, plus supervision, assessments and subject coordination. Collaboration with clinical partners and research activities are integral to the position.

Qualifications

• Registered physiotherapist with AHPRA
• Experience teaching in tertiary education
• Curriculum development experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work across clinical and non-clinical subjects

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and support student learning across acute, subacute and community settings.
• Deliver lectures, tutorials, practicals and simulations, and coordinate subjects.
• Supervise students, assess work, and coordinate subjects.
• Collaborate with clinical and industry partners for research and teaching.
• Contribute to scholarly activities and evidence-based teaching.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Clinical versatility

Collaboration

Education

Physiotherapist qualification

AHPRA registration

Masters or PhD (desirable)

Tools

Moodle LMS

Job description

Lecturer in Physiotherapy

Job No.: 699116

Location: Peninsula campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Fixed-term appointment until 27 June 2027

Remuneration: $123,138 - $146,228 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• 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.

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.

We value difference and diversity. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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.

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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.

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.

Position Description

Lecturer

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