Lecturer (Level B) Midwifery

Griffith International; Launceston; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Postgrad degree discount

Generous leave entitlements

Wellbeing initiatives & gym facilities

Job summary

The School of Nursing and Midwifery at Griffith University Logan invites applications for a Lecturer (Level B) Midwifery in a teaching-focused role. You will undertake teaching, course coordination and curriculum development, with potential supervision of Honours and research higher degree students.

This continuing, full-time position is primarily based at Griffith University Logan; cross-site work across locations may be required, reflecting Griffith's multi-site framework and commitment to

Qualifications

• Registration with Ahpra as a registered midwife.
• Masters qualification in midwifery (or equivalent).
• Previous midwifery teaching experience in the tertiary sector.
• Ahpra endorsement for scheduled medication (desirable).
• Doctoral level study or enrolment (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Teach lectures and tutorials and contribute to course coordination.
• Engage in curriculum development and learning/teaching research.
• Supervise Honours and research higher degree students where eligible.

Skills

Clinical midwifery expertise

Teaching experience (tertiary)

Education

Masters qualification in midwifery

Doctoral level program (enrolment)

Job description

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 international focus and 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 health care system and the broader community. This is your opportunity to contribute to leading midwifery programs within 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. It is a full-time position although part-time will be considered. 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 (email protected)

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at (email protected)

Closing date

Tuesday 9th June 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.