Lecturer - Nursing

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Western Australia in Perth seeks an experienced academic to deliver high-quality teaching in Nursing across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The role includes curriculum design, assessment, simulation-based learning and engagement with health industry partners.

You will supervise Honours, Masters and PhD students and collaborate with healthcare providers and professional bodies to advance education and patient outcomes in Western Australia.

Qualifications

• PhD in Nursing or a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of higher professional qualifications and contemporary professional practice experience.
• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience delivering engaging, student-centred teaching, assessment and learning activities in higher education and/or clinical education settings.
• Experience supporting and assessing students in clinical and/or simulation-based learning environments, with a commitment to inclusive and equitable learning practices.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to contribute positively to collaborative teams, professional partnerships and broader university activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across undergraduate and postgraduate Nursing programs, including technology-enhanced and online education.
• Contribute to curriculum design, review, assessment, simulation-based learning, professional practice education, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise Honours, Masters and PhD students, while building strong partnerships with healthcare providers, professional bodies and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Student-centred teaching

Assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Nursing or related discipline

AHPRA registration eligibility

Job description

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Contribute to the education of the next generation of nurses through innovative, evidence-based teaching and clinical education.
• Join a growing Nursing program at a world top 100 university working closely with health industry partners across Western Australia.
• Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on a tenurable basis
• Base salary range: Level B, $122,876– $145,404 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Department of Nursing within the School of Health and Clinical Sciences is building a contemporary nursing workforce equipped to meet the evolving health needs of Western Australia and beyond. Developed in partnership with key industry stakeholders, UWA's Nursing programs provide innovative undergraduate and postgraduate education that prepares graduates for practice across acute, primary, community, regional, rural and remote healthcare settings.

The Department is committed to delivering high-quality, future-focused nursing education that combines evidence-based practice, clinical learning, simulation-based education, and strong industry engagement. Through these programs, UWA is contributing to workforce development, leadership capability, and improved health outcomes for communities across Western Australia.

About the opportunity

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across undergraduate and postgraduate Nursing programs, including technology-enhanced and online education.
• Contribute to curriculum design, review, assessment, simulation-based learning, professional practice education, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise Honours, Masters and PhD students, while building strong partnerships with healthcare providers, professional bodies and industry stakeholders.

About you

• PhD in Nursing or a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of higher professional qualifications and contemporary professional practice experience.
• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience delivering engaging, student-centred teaching, assessment and learning activities in higher education and/or clinical education settings.
• Experience supporting and assessing students in clinical and/or simulation-based learning environments, with a commitment to inclusive and equitable learning practices.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to contribute positively to collaborative teams, professional partnerships and broader university activities.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance, WA Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 4 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.