Professor/Discipline Lead of Nursing (Teaching & Research)

UNSW; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 106’000 - 126’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university in health education is seeking a Professor/Discipline Lead of Nursing. This role involves leading nursing education and research efforts, and requires a PhD in Nursing along with a strong record in academic excellence. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and various staff benefits, including additional leave and lifelong learning opportunities.

Leistungen

17% Superannuation and leave loading

Flexible working

Additional leave during Christmas

Lifelong learning access

Progressive HR practices

Qualifikationen

• PhD or relevant work experience in Nursing.
• Experience in accredited nursing education.
• Registered Nurse eligible for NMBA registration.

Aufgaben

• Lead delivery of high-quality nursing education.
• Foster research partnerships.
• Advance UNSW’s reputation through research.

Kenntnisse

Academic excellence in nursing education

Teaching effectiveness

Curriculum accreditation

Industry collaboration

Pedagogical approaches

Ausbildung

PhD in Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Professor/Discipline Lead of Nursing (Teaching & Research). Join to apply for the Professor/Discipline Lead of Nursing (Teaching & Research) role at UNSW. This position is based in Australia.

Details

• Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Continuing Professorial appointment, plus Discipline lead will be for an initial 3-year term
• Remuneration: $237,784 base, plus Discipline lead allowance (+ 17% Super, Leave Loading)
• Location: Health Translation Hub, UNSW Kensington, Sydney

About UNSW and the School

UNSW Medicine & Health is an international leader in learning, teaching and research, co-located with several of Australia’s finest hospitals, medical research institutes and health care organisations. It is an exciting time to join the Faculty with our strategy Progress in Health for all and the new Health Translation Hub officially opening in November 2025.

School of Population Health

The School of Population Health (SPH) at UNSW is internationally recognised as a leader in public health and health systems education and research. The School delivers high quality education in public and global health, and health leadership and management, with research strengths in infectious diseases and immunisation, health services and implementation research, and global health. SPH focuses on generating knowledge to inform policy, governance, organisation, work, and leadership in the health sector through cross-disciplinary research with academia and industry. The School works with communities to improve health in Australia, the region and globally, with a focus on equity, diversity and social justice. SPH has strong associations with research centres and institutes throughout UNSW Medicine & Health. The School is co-located in the Randwick Precinct’s flagship Health Translation Hub, alongside groups including the International Centre for Future Health Systems (ICFHS) and The George Institute.

Why this role matters

This position will play a key role in the School, leading and advancing outstanding nursing education and research at national and international level. As Professor and Discipline Lead, Nursing, you will lead the development, delivery, and enhancement of high-quality nursing education for the Faculty. You will also foster strong research partnerships and advance the reputation of UNSW through interdisciplinary research in health systems and nursing, ensuring alignment with national priorities, workforce needs, and UNSW’s Progress for All strategy. The position reports to the Head of School, Population Health.

Key Skills And Experience Required

• A PhD in Nursing or related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Evidence of academic excellence in nursing education and research, with a national/international profile.
• Registered Nurse eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
• Experience with curriculum accreditation and alignment with NMBA and TEQSA standards.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, development and delivery of courses and programs, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence and fostering this in others.
• Demonstrated experience with industry or work-integrated learning.
• Evidence of professional development of teaching practice in self and others with the ability to advance and lead an inclusive culture of excellence in learning and teaching.

Full details can be found in the position description.

Benefits And Culture

UNSW offers a competitive salary and access to a range of UNSW-perks including:

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices

More information on the staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How To Apply

Please click on APPLY NOW to make an application. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description is attached to the advert on Jobs UNSW.

Contact

Professor James Wood – Head of School, Population Health

E: [e-mail]

Applications close: Sunday 21 September before 11.30pm, Sydney time.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.