Brief Description
As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.
An exceptional faculty with distinguished credentials and a passion for teaching and mentoring students Supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion A strong commitment to community involvement and social responsibility
Physiotherapist Bond Sport (Senior Teaching Fellow)
Bond University Health and Wellness Clinic
Part-time, Fixed Term for 1 Year (FTE 0.5)
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Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:
Free staff car parking Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave# Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items# Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff Staff wellbeing program Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff Study assistance for staff and dependants# Corporate health and finance discounts Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#
About The Position
Bond University Sport is home to four Tier 1 Bull Sharks clubs—Rugby, Swimming, Netball and AFL—alongside an Elite Athlete Program and more than 20 club sports supporting a vibrant and active student community.
We are seeking motivated Sports Physiotherapists to join our performance-medical team and the Bond University Health & Wellness Clinic. In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality physiotherapy services to Bull Sharks athletes, support injury prevention and rehab, and supervise Physiotherapy students on placement. You’ll be hands-on at training and game days and work closely with coaches and medical staff to optimise athlete performance. This position includes evening and weekend work aligned to training and competition schedules, and some travel may be required for away fixtures, tournaments, or program needs
Key Responsibilities
Supervise Physiotherapy students during clinical placements Diagnose, treat and manage injuries and rehab programs.Communicate player availability and return-to-play timelines.Support injury prevention, recovery and musculoskeletal screening.Provide taping, triage and first aid at training sessions.Deliver match day sideline support and post-match reporting.Coordinate referrals and insurance documentation.
Requirements
About the Person
You’re a qualified Physiotherapist with current unrestricted AHPRA registration and strong clinical experience, ideally gained within elite sport. You’re passionate about mentoring students and contributing to a collaborative performance-medical environment.
You Will Bring
Bachelor/Masters/Doctor of Physiotherapy (postgrad desirable)5+ years’ clinical experienceCurrent AHPRA registration, First Aid/CPR and QLD Blue CardExperience treating sporting injuries and working in high-performance or team sport settingsStrong understanding of rehab principles and athlete management
Summary
Salary details
The salary for this 0.5 position commences at $55,647.05 per annum (Full-time Equivalent is $111,294.10 per annum plus 12% superannuation per annum.
Further information
Position-related enquiries can be directed to Assistant Professor Neil Chapman on Associate Dean Clinical Services or Professor Suzanne Gough, Head of Discipline, Physiotherapy on
How To Apply For This Position
For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.
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