Associate Professor Rural and Remote Health Central Australia

Flinders University; United States; Remote; AUD 161,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Flinders University is seeking an Associate Professor in Rural and Remote Health driven to provide academic leadership within programs like Medicine and Paramedicine. The role includes research, teaching, and community engagement, focusing on workforce development and improving health outcomes in remote regions. The university values inclusion and diversity, encouraging candidates from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, to apply.

Benefits

6 Weeks Annual Leave

17% Superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Wide range of professional development activities

Qualifications

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent qualification.
• Registered with a relevant health professional board.
• Proven record of excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership in Rural and Remote Health.
• Lead high-quality research and secure competitive funding.
• Contribute to teaching and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Research Skills

Teaching Skills

Education

PhD or equivalent qualification

Job description

Associate Professor Rural and Remote Health Central Australia

• Academic Level D | $161,294 - $192,263 p.a + Relocation Assistance

At Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT , our aim is to be a hub for innovative health research, education, and workforce development across the Northern Territory. We engage with students, community, and stakeholders to provide critical programs, such as the Northern Territory Medical Program, Paramedicine, Rural Clinical School, and the University Department of Rural Health.

Our postgraduate education pathways (Remote Health Practice program), provides workforce development through Indigenous health and clinical skills training, and we have a community driven research program led by researchers committed to improving health outcomes. We work alongside Poche SA+NT focussing on Indigenous leadership capacity development and developing the Indigenous health workforce. All activities are driven by our values which focus on the long-term and short-term needs of the NT community.

About the Role

The Associate Professor will provide academic leadership in Rural and Remote Health within the College. They will contribute to teaching in programs such as Remote Health Practice, Medicine, Paramedicine, and professional development, including developing materials, delivering lectures, and supporting student placements. The role may extend to other College programs as needed.

The incumbent will lead high-quality research, secure competitive funding, publish in reputable journals, supervise research students, and mentor early-career researchers. They will also help align programs with the Flinders Rural & Remote Health Strategy and the RHMT program, fostering collaboration across disciplines and with external stakeholders. Additionally, they will oversee research support and casual teaching staff, ensuring effective workflow and compliance with University standards.

About You

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent qualification.
• Registered with, or eligible for registration with, a relevant health professional board regulated by AHPRA.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of Flinders University’s Reconciliation Action Plan, including the promotion of an inclusive environment that values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their knowledges, cultures, and ethical research practices.
• Proven record of excellence and leadership in teaching within Rural and Remote Health, along with expertise in one or more of Nursing, Medicine, Allied Health, or Public Health, including contributions to national or international education initiatives or collaborations.
• Evidence of active engagement with the discipline or profession through contributions to external professional and community networks at local, national, and global levels.
• Strong track record in building and maintaining productive research partnerships with national and international stakeholders, including Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.

Life at Flinders

Flinders is investing in people and facilities to foster inclusive, innovative environments aligned with its core values, aiming to become a top ten Australian university and rank in the world’s top 1%. The University embraces diversity, equality, and opportunity, celebrating differences in a culture of excellence and integrity. So, why work at Flinders?

• 6 Weeks Annual Leave
• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
• Northern Territory Government legislation (the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007) now requires all individuals in child related employment or whose duties involve, or are likely to involve, contact with a child, to hold a valid 'Working with Children Clearance' (Ochre Card). This position involves child related work and is assessed as requiring a Working with Children Clearance/Ochre Card.

How to Apply and Information

• As well as a CV, yo u are required to submit a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description .
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Kim Pearce .

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) on Sunday, 6 July 2025.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Certification

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:

06 June 2025

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Flinders. Fearless.

About the company

Flinders University is a public university in Adelaide, South Australia.

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