Lecturer – Occupational Therapy
School of Medical and Health Sciences, Joondalup Campus, Edith Cowan University
Salary: $117,905 – $139,307 (Level B); Full‑time, ongoing position.
About the Prospect
Occupational Therapy is part of the Allied Health Discipline. We are looking for a dynamic occupational therapist with relevant clinical and teaching experience to join our team as a Lecturer. The appointee will be an important member of the Occupational Therapy team and will participate in the discipline’s undergraduate program, teaching, research and scholarly activities.
About You
Lecturers are subject experts who design, develop and deliver educational material using a range of methods and platforms. They create course and teaching material and lesson plans in order to engage with students and facilitate their learning. A lecturer is expected to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning practice within the program as well as the research profile within a highly experienced teaching team at ECU.
The Successful Candidate Will Need To
- Be a Registered Occupational Therapist with the OT Board of Ahpra and have suitable postgraduate experience relevant to the lecturer role.
- Demonstrate prior experience in developing and delivering research‑informed teaching and/or possess extensive clinical expertise in physical rehabilitation, mental health, or paediatric practice settings.
- Show evidence of a developing research track record, including research outputs, and/or demonstrate a willingness to undertake a higher degree by research as part of career development.
- Exhibit the ability to collaborate effectively with community stakeholders, including industry partners and individuals with lived experience.
- Possess a high level of interpersonal skills, including teamwork, leadership, communication and negotiation abilities.
You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage.
Note that applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application.
Benefits Of Working At ECU
Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry‑leading superannuation.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dr Katrina Liddiard, Course Coordinator, for more information.
Application Process
Please upload an up‑to‑date resume summarising your experience and achievements, along with a brief covering letter of no more than two pages outlining your suitability for the role.
Advert Closure
Applications close Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website. At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.
Job Attributes
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training; Industries: Higher Education
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