Senior Lecturer (Level C) - Nutrition And Dietetics

Griffith University Employees, Location, Alumni; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 143,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith University Gold Coast invites applications for a Senior Lecturer (Level C) in Nutrition and Dietetics to lead teaching, research and professional engagement within the Nutrition and Dietetics program.

The role focuses on high-quality, evidence-informed teaching, curriculum development and impactful research, with supervision of HDR students and active industry partnerships. Applicants should hold a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics and APD credential or eligibility.

Qualifications

• PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics or closely related field.
• APD accreditation or eligibility to practise as a dietitian in Australia.
• Demonstrated excellence in university teaching and curriculum development.
• Established record of research publications and growing impact.
• Experience supervising honours and/or HDR students.
• Contemporary professional experience in dietetic practice areas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, student-centred teaching.
• Develop innovative learning experiences for contemporary dietetic practice.
• Support curriculum development, quality assurance, and accreditation activities.
• Build partnerships with industry, health services, and professional stakeholders.
• Lead and contribute to impactful research and supervise HDR students.
• Foster culturally safe, inclusive learning environments.
• Contribute to academic leadership within the discipline and School.

Skills

University teaching experience

Curriculum development

Research publications

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Supervision of HDR students

Academic leadership

Industry partnerships

Education

PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics

Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) or eligible to practise in Australia

Job description

Job Description

As South East Queensland prepares to host the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Griffith University is seeking an outstanding Senior Lecturer (Level C) in Nutrition and Dietetics to join our high-performing academic team to contribute to the leadership and delivery of our Nutrition and Dietetics program through excellence in teaching, research, professional engagement, and academic citizenship.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-informed and student-centred teaching;
• Develop innovative learning experiences that prepare graduates for contemporary dietetic practice;
• Support curriculum development, quality assurance, and accreditation activities;
• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, health services, and professional stakeholders;
• Lead and contribute to impactful research and supervise higher degree research students;
• Foster culturally safe, inclusive, and practice-informed learning environments;
• Contribute to academic leadership within the discipline and School.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A qualification in Dietetics and a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics or a closely related field;
• Accreditation as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD), or eligibility to practise as a dietitian in Australia;
• Demonstrated excellence in university teaching and curriculum development;
• An established record of research publications and growing research impact;
• Experience supervising honours and/or higher degree research students;
• Contemporary professional experience in one or more areas of dietetic practice, such as clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, community nutrition, food service management, or related fields;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated capacity to collaborate effectively across disciplines and professions.

This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other campus 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 C range $143,418 - $165,374 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $167,799 - $193,487 per annum.

Why Griffith?

Ranked among the world's leading universities, Griffith is recognised for its commitment to social justice, innovation, and transformational education. Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, we are proud of our people, our culture, and our focus on producing work-ready graduates who make a difference. You will join a collegial and supportive environment that values excellence in teaching, research, and community impact, while enjoying the lifestyle opportunities of the Gold Coast.

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.

Applications are encouraged from academics who are passionate about educating future dietitians, advancing impactful research, and contributing to a vibrant and collaborative academic community. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Rozanne Kruger, School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work at [e-mail] .

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Lane Stachow, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

Closing date:

Monday, 30 November 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.