Lecturer x 2 (Clinical Optometry)

UNSW; Milano; In loco; EUR 71.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

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A prestigious university in Milan is seeking two Lecturers in Clinical Optometry to contribute to high-quality optometry education and drive innovative teaching practices. Candidates must be registered optometrists in Australia with experience in teaching and curriculum development. This full-time role offers a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and access to various benefits including additional leave and opportunities for career development.

Servizi

Flexible working

Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period

Access to lifelong learning and career development

Progressive HR practices

Competenze

• Registered optometrist in Australia with expertise in clinical optometry.
• Experience in teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Evidence of effective teaching and passion for education.

Mansioni

• Contribute to high-quality optometry education.
• Lead course development to meet accreditation requirements.
• Drive innovation in teaching practices.

Conoscenze

Registered as an optometrist in Australia with ocular therapeutics

Experience in teaching and curriculum development

Ability to support and inspire diverse students

Knowledge of educational technologies

Demonstrated interpersonal and organisational skills

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Lecturer x 2 (Clinical Optometry)

This role is at UNSW located in Kensington, Sydney.

• Employment Type: Full‑time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Fixed term until 30 June 2027 (2 positions available)
• Remuneration: $127k – $150k base (+17% super and leave loading)
• Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia.
• Location: Kensington, Sydney

UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science

We are the largest optometry and vision science school in Australasia, dedicated to forming partnerships with the ophthalmic industry and across the healthcare sector. Our school is committed to translational research which leads to practical application and significant improvements in ocular health. The best in practicum experience, the UNSW Optometry Clinic supports optometry education, providing on‑campus clinical training for students. The school runs a Vision Education Centre offering eye screening to primary school children. Since 1990, the Centre has screened more than 18,000 children.

Why this role matters

Opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high‑quality optometry and vision science education, playing a key role in shaping contemporary teaching and learning experiences. Working closely with senior academics, you will lead the development and redesign of courses to align with the new UNSW semester calendar and meet requirements set out in the OCANZ Accreditation Framework. The role will also involve driving innovation in teaching practices and programmatic assessment, engaging collaboratively with senior staff and key stakeholders to ensure educational approaches are forward‑thinking, evidence‑based and responsive to the needs of students and the profession.

Key Skills and Experience

• Registered as an optometrist in Australia with ocular therapeutics and demonstrated expertise in clinical optometry.
• Actively stays up to date with discipline knowledge and professional development.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, curriculum development, learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work‑integrated learning (desirable).
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

UNSW Benefits and Culture

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

How to Apply

Please click Apply now to apply online. Do not send applications to the contact listed below. Provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Descriptions can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Contact

Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: [e-mail]

Applications close: Wednesday 7th January 2026 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.

Please note: Due to the annual university shutdown (December 23, 2025 – January 5, 2026) and the holiday period, there may be delays in responding to queries and providing updates on applications. We appreciate your patience during this time.