Lecturer - Sonography

Edith Cowan University; City Of Joondalup; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Edith Cowan University’s Joondalup campus invites applications for a Lecturer in Sonography. The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching for the ASAR-accredited Sonography program, coordinating units, and supporting undergraduate and postgraduate education.

You will work with local and international health organisations to advance teaching and research. The School of Medical and Health Sciences values innovation and collaborative engagement, offering opportunities for continuing

Qualifications

• Accredited Medical Sonographer on the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
• Current working rights in Australia.
• Extensive clinical experience as a sonographer.
• A PhD (level C) or working towards a PhD.
• Demonstrated experience in tertiary level teaching and learning including face-to-face and online delivery.
• Experience developing partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication with student-centred teaching philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contemporary high-quality teaching in the sonography programs.
• Coordinate and develop curriculum aligned with course and industry expectations.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment encouraging active student participation.
• Provide mentorship to students and support their professional development.
• Stay current with advances in medical imaging and update curriculum accordingly.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry to enhance program quality.

Skills

Clinical sonography

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student mentorship

Industry collaboration

Education

PhD (level C) or working towards a PhD

ASAR-Accredited Medical Sonographer

Job description

• $121,442 to $143,486 PA (ALEVB)
• Ongoing, Full time (part time considered), Joondalup Campus
• Open to candidates with relevant working rights

LECTURER - SONOGRAPHY

SCHOOL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCE

JOONDALUP CAMPUS

$121,442 to $143,486 PA (ALEVB)

ONGOING, FULL TIME (PART TIME CONSIDERED)

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

The School of Medical and Health Sciences

The School of Medical and Health Sciences is home to teaching and research in Medical and Biomedical Sciences, Allied Health, and Exercise and Sports Sciences, as well as in Public, Occupational and Environmental Health. Our world-class research is rapidly translated to provide solutions to some of the key health issues facing our community.

About The Opportunity

The Sonography team at Edith Cowan University (ECU) is looking for a lecturer to join the team at our Joondalup campus in Perth. The Medical Sonography program at ECU commenced at our Joondalup campus in February 2024. This course is a 4-year offering accredited by Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR). The ECU Sonography team pride themselves on excellence in teaching and research, working closely with local, national, and international health care organisations to provide undergraduate and postgraduate education. With campuses in both Joondalup and Bunbury and a new City campus on the horizon, along with contemporary digital learning technologies, our team produce excellent clinicians and future health leaders through higher education.

As a lecturer, you will deliver contemporary high-quality teaching, develop innovative and evidence-informed content and be responsible for the coordination of units. Through your knowledge and expertise, you will teach within the undergraduate and/or postgraduate components of the Sonography programme with the opportunity for involvement in the development of continuing professional development short courses.

What You’ll Do

• Undertake contemporary teaching practices in the sonography programs including theory and practical elements of the course.
• Coordinate and develop strategically aligned curriculum that aligns with course and industry expectations and best evidence-informed practices.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment with diverse students that encourages active student participation and critical thinking.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students by supporting their academic and professional development.
• Stay current with advances in medical imaging and incorporate relevant updates into the curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry to enhance the overall quality of the sonography programs.

About You

• Accredited Medical Sonographer on the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry.
• Current working rights in Australia.
• Extensive clinical experience as a sonographer.
• A demonstrated understanding of the competency framework for sonographers.
• A PhD (level C) or working towards a PhD
• Demonstrated experience in tertiary level teaching and learning including the development and delivery of face-to-face and online learning modalities.
• Proven experience developing strong professional partnerships and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated student-centred learning and teaching Philosophy.
• Personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Courage, and Personal Excellence.

Benefits Of Working At ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact

For more information please contact Dr Afrooz Najafzadeh Abriz via email at [e-mail]

Advert Closure

Applications close Sunday 6 December 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.