Position Overview
University of Canberra is more than a university; it's a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia's capital city is a hub of innovation, opportunity and a launchpad for a diverse cohort including first‐in‐family students and future leaders alike.
About the opportunity
The School of Rehabilitation and Exercise Science is looking for education‐focused lecturers to play a key role in delivering high‐quality teaching and supporting student success across our Occupational Therapy programmes.
We are offering two roles: a continuing full‐time position, and a 0.8 FTE part‐time fixed‐term position through to June 2027. Successful applicants will contribute to teaching across both paediatric and adult based practice areas. Please note you will need to be based in Canberra for on‐campus teaching days.
Position Title
Lecturer in Occupational Therapy
Responsibilities
* Help build confident and practice‐ready occupational therapists in a collaborative and values‐driven environment.
* Deliver high‐quality teaching and support student success in occupational therapy programmes.
Qualifications & Experience
You are a registered Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and have strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to develop and deliver contemporary, engaging, student‐centred learning experiences.
Benefits & Culture
* Flexible working arrangements and family‐friendly policies.
* On‐campus gym, medical services, cafes, post office, supermarket and early childhood education and care facilities.
* Professional development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts).
* Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture.
* Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private health plan (Bupa).
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
University of Canberra is a values‐based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Closing Date
11.55pm, Monday 18 May 2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr