Lecturer - Paramedicine

CQUniversity

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 117,000 - 137,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation
5.4 weeks annual leave
26 weeks parental leave
Professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CQUniversity, Australia, is seeking a Lecturer in Paramedicine to join our School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences. The role focuses on designing and delivering learning across lectures, simulation and clinical activities, drawing on industry experience to support students on campus and in the field.

You will contribute to curriculum development, unit coordination, research and scholarship, with a strong emphasis on flexible delivery and collaboration with industry partners.

Qualifications

  • Completion of an undergraduate degree in Paramedicine, with postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.
  • Teaching qualification or willingness to complete a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching / Education.
  • Proven ability to contribute to curriculum development, writing and evaluation, particularly using flexible modes of delivery.
  • Experience teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students, across a range of learning environments.
  • Strong capacity to engage and collaborate effectively with industry partners, community stakeholders, and professional networks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to contribute positively to team culture and academic collaboration.
  • Experience in the development and delivery of low to high-fidelity clinical simulation (highly desirable).

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver engaging learning experiences across lectures, simulation and clinical-focused activities.
  • Bring industry expertise into the classroom, support students on campus and in the field, and contribute to curriculum development, unit coordination, research and scholarship.
  • Through simulation, clinical learning and engaging teaching, help students build practical skills and confidence to succeed as paramedics.

Skills

Teaching
Curriculum development
Student supervision
Industry engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Paramedicine
Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

  • School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
  • Position commencing January/February 2027 for Term 1
  • CQUniversity Cairns or Townsville (Relocation support available)
  • Total Remuneration $138,968 to $161,953 pa (including salary of $117,430 to $136,853 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone - regardless of background, location or life circumstances.
Make a difference in the next generation of paramedics

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through your academic expertise, industry experience and passion for teaching?

CQUniversity is seeking a motivated Lecturer in Paramedicine to join our collaborative team and help shape the next generation of paramedics.

Our School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences delivers in-demand qualifications in a supportive, research-led environment. The Bachelor of Paramedicine, accredited by the Paramedicine Board of Australia, provides students with a strong foundation for a career in paramedicine.

As a Lecturer, you will design and deliver engaging learning experiences across lectures, simulation and clinical-focused activities. You'll bring your industry expertise into the classroom, support students on campus and in the field, and contribute to curriculum development, unit coordination, research and scholarship.

Through simulation, clinical learning and engaging teaching, you'll help students build the practical skills and confidence they need to succeed as paramedics. Access to leading facilities and strong professional networks will support your teaching and ongoing professional development.

Be Rewarded
  • 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
  • 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
  • 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer's leave
  • 7.25 hours engaged service leave
  • Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
  • Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
Position Requirements
  • Completion of an undergraduate degree in Paramedicine, with postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.
  • Teaching qualification or willingness to complete a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching / Education.
  • Proven ability to contribute to curriculum development, writing and evaluation, particularly using flexible modes of delivery.
  • Experience teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students, across a range of learning environments.
  • Strong capacity to engage and collaborate effectively with industry partners, community stakeholders, and professional networks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to contribute positively to team culture and academic collaboration.
  • Experience in the development and delivery of low to high-fidelity clinical simulation (highly desirable).
For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday, 20 October 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7281

t.makrides2@cqu.edu.au

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity's domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

Keywords: Academic Lecturer | Applied Research | Ambulance Training | Clinical Simulation | Clinical Supervision | Curriculum Development | Emergency Medical Care | Emergency Medicine Educator | First Responder Academic | Higher Education Teaching | Industry Engagement | Lecturer Paramedicine | Paramedic Science | Paramedic Education | Tertiary Education | Unit Coordinator | University Lecturer

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