Lecturer (Level B) In Midwifery

Griffith University Employees, Location, Alumni; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% fee discount for work related post

Generous leave entitlements including

Health Safety and Wellbeing on campus

Job summary

Griffith University invites applications for a Lecturer (Level B) in Midwifery based primarily at the Logan campus. The role focuses on teaching, course coordination and curriculum development with opportunities for supervision of honours and research higher degree students where eligible.

Successful candidates will demonstrate clinical midwifery expertise and tertiary teaching experience; eligibility for Ahpra registration is required, with additional endorsement for scheduled medication

Qualifications

• Registration with Ahpra as a registered midwife.
• Teaching experience in the tertiary sector.
• Ahpra endorsement for scheduled medication (desirable).
• Desirable completion of or enrolment in doctoral level program in midwifery or relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Teach, coordinate courses and develop curriculum within the midwifery programs.
• Undertake learning and teaching research or scholarship.
• Supervision of Honours and research higher degree students may be possible.

Education

Masters in Midwifery

Doctoral level program in midwifery or relevant field (desirable)

Job description

At Griffith University we believe in, strive for and celebrate the remarkable. We are known for our high impact research, outstanding student experience, our commitment to social justice and our welcoming environment. We rank in the top 2% of universities worldwide and we're proud of our remarkable achievements, of our people and their passion for making a positive difference. Together we contribute to the development of knowledge and learning in an attractive environment which values excellence, equity, diversity, and innovation.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is one of the largest of schools at Griffith University. Our School has a strong reputation, and we are committed to the global development of nursing and midwifery practice, theory and research in positive and visionary ways. Through developing research, consultancy and continuing education opportunities, we seek to serve the nursing and midwifery professions, the healthcare system and the broader community. This is your opportunity to contribute to our leading midwifery programs and to part of an innovative and progressive team. The Midwifery programs and staff uphold a values-based framework that includes being woman-centred and promoting and privileging midwifery continuity of care.

Job Description

The School is seeking to appoint a Lecturer (Level B) Midwifery in a teaching focused role, where you will undertake teaching, course coordination and curriculum development. You are expected to have demonstrated clinical midwifery expertise and teaching experience. You will also undertake some learning and teaching research or scholarship. If eligible, supervision of Honours and research higher degree student is possible.

This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Logan. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University's sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level B range $117,076 - $139,031 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $136,979 - $162,667 per annum.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (Ahpra) as a registered midwife.
• A minimum of a Masters qualification in midwifery (or equivalent).
• Previous midwifery teaching experience in the tertiary sector.
• Highly desirable is Ahpra endorsement for scheduled medication for midwives.
• Desirable completion of or enrolment in doctoral level program in midwifery or relevant field.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• 50% fee discount for work related post graduate Griffith degrees
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives - on campus Gym facilities

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Ann Bonner, Head of School at [e-mail]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

Closing date: Tuesday 20th October at 11:59pm AEST.

Please allow at least 1 - 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Job Location

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