Teaching Fellow - Complementary Health

Torrens; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrens University Australia invites applications for a Teaching Fellow in Complementary Health based at the Flinders Campus, Melbourne. This full-time role supports delivery across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous learning environments, with a focus on student-centered learning and innovative digital design.

You will bring postgraduate qualifications (MSc/PhD or equivalent), healthcare sector experience and a passion for using AI-enabled teaching, learning analytics and contemporary

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications (MSc/PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated healthcare sector experience and ability to apply industry knowledge to teaching and student learning.
• Strong facilitation skills across online and face-to-face environments.
• Experience using learning technologies and digital tools to enhance teaching.
• Confidence in adopting AI-enabled approaches in education and using learning analytics.

Responsibilities

• Put students first by creating inclusive, engaging learning experiences.
• Embrace innovation with AI and digital tools in teaching practice.
• Use feedback and learning analytics to continuously improve teaching effectiveness.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to enhance learning and share ideas.
• Thrive in a dynamic, digitally evolving higher education environment.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Digital learning design

AI-enabled teaching

Collaborative mindset

Communication skills

Education

MSc or PhD in a relevant discipline

Postgraduate qualifications

Tools

Learning technologies

AI-enabled educational tools

Job description

Teaching Fellow - Complementary Health### Teaching Fellow - Complementary HealthApply: Campus Flinders: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 10, 2026 (26 days left to apply): R31506**Complementary Health Teaching Fellow | School of Health Science and Clinical Practice | Full-time | Torrens University Australia** **Help shape the future of higher education.**At Torrens University Australia, we're redefining what learning looks like. We're building a new cohort of Teaching Fellows - innovative, student-focused academics who are passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and helping shape the next generation of teaching and learning. This is more than a teaching role. You'll join a team leading the evolution of higher education through student-centered learning, AI-enabled teaching, digital innovation, and contemporary learning design. **Why this role?**This role has been created to strengthen Torrens University’s permanent academic workforce, supporting the delivery of flexible, high-quality, student-centered learning experiences across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous learning environments, while enhancing student success and employability. We're looking for educators who don't simply teach, they innovate. **People who are excited by questions like:** • How can AI enhance learning? • What does great online teaching look like? • How can data and student feedback improve the learning experience? • How do we prepare graduates for careers that don't yet exist? **About the role**As a Teaching Fellow, you’ll join the School of Health Science and Clinical Practice, inspiring and supporting the next generation of health professionals. Depending on your clinical discipline expertise, you may teach across our Diploma and Bachelor’s Health Science programs, with a focus on foundation subjects in Naturopathy, Western Herbal Medicine or Chinese Medicine. You'll combine outstanding teaching practice with digital capability, learning design and innovation to create learning experiences that are flexible, engaging and centered around student success. **What you'll be doing - review** **Job description****for full details****We're looking for educators who...****Put students first:** You create inclusive, engaging learning experiences and genuinely care about helping every student succeed. **Embrace innovation:** You're curious about new technologies, confident experimenting with AI and digital tools, and willing to rethink traditional approaches to teaching. **Use evidence to improve:** You seek feedback, use learning analytics and continuously refine your teaching based on what works. **Collaborate:** You enjoy working with colleagues across disciplines to improve learning, share ideas, and solve challenges together. **Thrive in change:** You're adaptable, resilient, and excited by working in a dynamic, digitally evolving higher education environment. **This is a full-time, permanent position based at the Flinders Campus in Melbourne.** **What you'll bring*** MSc, PhD, or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.* Demonstrated experience in the healthcare sector, with the ability to apply industry knowledge to teaching and student learning.* Strong facilitation skills across online and face-to-face learning environments* Experience using learning technologies and digital tools to enhance teaching* Confidence using, or enthusiasm for adopting, AI-enabled approaches in education* Experience designing engaging learning and assessment activities* A student-centered approach to teaching and learning* Strong communication and collaboration skills* A growth mindset and commitment to continuous professional learning* Relevant postgraduate qualifications (or working towards completion) **How to Apply - Our recruitment process is different**There is no prescribed format for your application. We encourage you to submit your application in the format that best showcases your experience, teaching philosophy and suitability for the role. **In addition to your CV, you may submit a short video, digital portfolio, presentation, personal website or another format that best represents you. Content matters more than creativity. We're interested in your teaching approach, impact, and capability—not production quality.** **Recommended maximum length:** **• Video: Up to 5 minutes** **• Presentation or digital portfolio: Up to 5 slides/pages** Your application should demonstrate your teaching philosophy, student-centered approach, use of digital technologies and AI, innovation, continuous improvement, and the impact you've had on student outcomes. **Why join Torrens?**Join an institution committed to transforming education through innovation, technology and exceptional student experiences. You'll help shape the future of higher education while working alongside innovative educators committed to student success. **Applications close:** 10th December 2026 We will be reviewing applications as they are received. Interviews are expected to commence in early December 2026, with successful candidates anticipated to commence on 18th January 2027. **Application Process:** Review > Interview(s) > Reference & Background Checks > Offer Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier free application process as we have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you through the recruitment process. *If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at* [e-mail]