Lecturer (Level B) In Midwifery

Griffith University Employees, Location, Alumni; Logan City; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Postgraduate fee discount

Generous leave entitlements

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Griffith University Logan campus invites applications for a Lecturer (Level B) Midwifery. This teaching-focused role involves delivering courses, coordinating curriculum and contributing to teaching scholarship. Eligible candidates may supervise honours and research higher degree students.

You will bring registered midwifery practice, a Masters in midwifery, and proven tertiary teaching experience. The position is full-time and based at Griffith University's Logan site, with potential for

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Teach and coordinate midwifery courses.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Undertake learning and teaching research or scholarship.
• Supervise honours and research higher degree students where eligible.

Skills

Registered midwife

Midwifery teaching

Course development

Learning & teaching research

Education

Masters in midwifery

Doctoral level program (desirable)

Job description

Company 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

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]

Closing date: Tuesday 20th October at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

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