Senior Lecturer - Nursing

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tenurable appointment

Full-time position

Job summary

The University of Western Australia is seeking a leader to design, deliver and continuously improve high-quality nursing education across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, creating engaging learning experiences that support student success.

You will drive curriculum development, unit coordination, assessment and accreditation activities, and provide academic leadership through mentorship and collaboration with internal and external partners to advance nursing education outcomes.

Qualifications

• Excellence in tertiary teaching including curriculum development and assessment design.
• Delivery of innovative, student-centred learning experiences.
• Strong understanding of course accreditation requirements and review processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of high-quality nursing education across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Drive curriculum development, unit coordination, assessment innovation and accreditation activities.
• Provide academic leadership through student mentorship, professional engagement, and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance outcomes.

Skills

Curriculum development

Assessment design

Student-centred teaching

Stakeholder engagement

Course accreditation knowledge

Education

PhD in Nursing

AHPRA registration

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...

• Join a growing Nursing program that is helping address critical health workforce needs across Western Australia and beyond.
• Shape the next generation of nurses through innovative, student-centred teaching, curriculum leadership and professional engagement.
• Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on a tenurable basis
• Base salary range: Level C, $149,909 - $172,441 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Department of Nursing within UWA's School of Health and Clinical Sciences delivers innovative undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs designed to prepare graduates for contemporary healthcare environments. These programs have been developed in close collaboration with industry partners and respond directly to the growing demand for highly skilled nurses across metropolitan, regional, rural and remote communities.

As part of a globally recognised university, the Department is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, workforce development, and producing practice-ready graduates equipped with the knowledge, confidence and leadership capabilities to meet future health challenges. The programs play a vital role in strengthening Western Australia's health workforce and improving healthcare outcomes across diverse populations.

About the opportunity

• Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of high-quality nursing education across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, creating engaging learning experiences that support student success.
• Drive curriculum development, unit coordination, assessment innovation and accreditation activities while leveraging contemporary educational technologies and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Provide academic leadership through student mentorship, professional engagement, university service and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to enhance nursing education outcomes.

About you

• PhD in Nursing or a relevant discipline, or equivalent advanced professional qualifications, clinical experience and professional standing in Nursing.
• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA), with ongoing membership of a relevant professional association.
• Demonstrated excellence in tertiary teaching, including curriculum development, assessment design, unit coordination and the delivery of innovative, student-centred learning experiences.
• Strong understanding of course accreditation requirements, curriculum review processes and the integration of scholarship, clinical practice and teaching excellence.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and external stakeholders, contributing to an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing academic environment.

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.

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.