Teaching Fellow - Nutrition

Torrens University Australia Limited; Wakefield; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrens University Australia is seeking a Nutrition Teaching Fellow to deliver engaging learning across Diploma and Bachelor programs in Health Science. You will cover Health Education and Communication, Food Science, Systems and Policy, Diet and Disease, and Public Health Nutrition, combining teaching with digital capability and innovative learning design.

The role emphasises flexible delivery across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous environments, with a focus on student success and

Responsibilities

• Put students first: create inclusive, engaging learning experiences and support student success.
• Embrace innovation: curious about AI and digital tools, willing to rethink traditional teaching methods.
• Use evidence to improve: seek feedback, analyze learning analytics, refine teaching.
• Collaborate: work with colleagues across disciplines to enhance learning and share ideas.
• Thrive in change: adapt to a dynamic, digitally evolving higher education environment.

Job description

Nutrition 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-centred 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-centred 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 (Nutrition), you’ll join the School of Health Science and Clinical Practice, delivering engaging learning experiences across the Diploma and Bachelor of Health Science programs. You’ll focus on subjects including Health Education and Communication, Food Science, Systems and Policy, Diet and Disease, and Public Health Nutrition. You'll combine outstanding teaching practice with digital capability, learning design and innovation to create learning experiences that are flexible, engaging and centred around student success.

What you'll be doing

• 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 Wakefield Campus in Adelaide.

What you’ll bring

Postgraduate qualification in Nutrition (Master's degree or higher); a PhD (completed or in progress) is highly regarded. Current membership with a relevant professional association, together with contemporary professional experience in the nutrition field and the ability to maintain active industry engagement alongside the role. 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-centred 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)

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

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About Us

As the country’s newest and fastest- growing university, Torrens University Australia brings a fresh approach to higher education. Working with us is all about working alongside over 2000 professionals passionate about career and purpose. Our staff across our campuses and head office are united by our central ethos to Be Good – by committing to a better way of doing business. We embrace diversity and inclusion of our staff and are committed to the attraction, retention and development of all people and support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and gender identification.

https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/careers-with-us