Lecturer - Nutrition & Dietetics (Education Focused)

UNSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 146,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Options

Career development opportunities

17% Superannuation contributions

Leave loading + extra leave over Xmas

Discounts and entitlements

Job summary

UNSW is seeking a Lecturer in Nutrition & Dietetics within Education Focused roles. This position contributes to the development and delivery of the Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Innovation program, focusing on the clinical stream and work-integrated learning.

The educator will shape student learning, collaborate with colleagues, and bring current clinical knowledge into teaching. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, educational excellence, and supports diverse students toward strong

Qualifications

• APD eligibility and willingness to seek APD accreditation.
• PhD preferred but significant relevant experience may be considered in lieu of PhD.
• Experience with industry and work-integrated learning in clinical education.
• Clinical experience in nutrition/dietetics.
• Teaching and learning design and delivery at undergrad/postgrad levels.
• Experience with educational technologies and online delivery.
• Proven teaching effectiveness and commitment to educational excellence.
• Knowledge of industry/work-integrated learning is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to support diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop education in Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Innovation with a clinical focus.
• Contribute to curriculum development and student success across programs.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the discipline and disciplines.
• Incorporate current clinical and industry knowledge into classroom practice.
• Support work-integrated learning content and placement programs.

Skills

APD eligibility

Clinical education

Teaching design

Educational tech

Teaching effectiveness

Work-integrated learning

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & inclusion

Education

PhD in Nutrition & Dietetics

Experience in lieu of PhD

Job description

• Employment Type: Part time (17.5 hours per week)
• Duration: Continuing opportunity
• Remuneration: Level B from $133k, 17% superannuation contribution and annual leave loading (pro rata)
• Location: UNSW Kensington Campus, Sydney
• Working rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

This Job is based in Australia.

UNSW School of Health Sciences

• Employment Type: Part time (17.5 hours per week)
• Duration: Continuing opportunity
• Remuneration: Level B from $133k, 17% superannuation contribution and annual leave loading (pro rata)
• Location: UNSW Kensington Campus, Sydney
• Working rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

Details of the role

UNSW’s Education Focused roles (EF) enable academics to specialise in education and devote their time to delivering high-quality teaching and pursuing initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. Those who are appointed to this prestigious specialism will be expected to successfully drive educational excellence within the university’s teaching and learning communities.

The Lecturer - Nutrition & Dietetics will make a significant contribution to the development and delivery of education in the Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Innovation program with a focus on the clinical stream of the program.

This is an exciting opportunity for an educator and clinician to shape the learning experience of future nutrition and dietetics professionals. Working across the clinical stream, work-integrated learning content and placement program, you will contribute to innovative teaching, curriculum development and student success. The role suits someone who is passionate about educational excellence, committed to evidence-based practice and eager to support students in achieving strong academic, professional and employability outcomes. You will collaborate with colleagues across the discipline, bring current clinical and industry knowledge into the classroom, and contribute to a dynamic learning environment that prepares graduates for professional practice.

The role of Lecturer reports to the Discipline Lead in their discipline, and has no direct reports.

Some Key Skills Required

• Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) or eligibility and willingness to seek accreditation as an APD
• A PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics or other related health / medical disciplines is preferred although significant and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of PhD
• Demonstrated experience with industry and work-integrated learning and clinical education
• Demonstrated clinical experience
• Actively stays up to date with discipline knowledge and professional development Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales)
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable)
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

To learn more about this position and view the full list of criteria, a copy of the Position Description can be accessed by clicking on the position description button below this ad.

Benefits And Culture

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

Applications close: Friday 25th September 2026 before 11.30pm Sydney time

Pre-Employment Checks

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

Get in Touch

For further information about the position please contact Professor Marijka Batterham, Discipline Lead, Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Innovation [e-mail]

For further information about the recruitment process please contact Anabel Wason, TA Partner on [e-mail]

Please apply through the application portal and not via the contacts above.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.