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About the role The University of Canberra (UC) Faculty of Health, in partnership with Canberra Health Services (CHS), is seeking an outstanding and visionary academic leader for a Joint Professor of Allied Health Research appointment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of allied health research, practice, and education across academia and the public health sector. As a joint appointee, you will work across both institutions, driving excellence in research, fostering collaboration, and translating evidence into improved clinical outcomes for the ACT community and beyond. You will provide strategic leadership in allied health research across UC and CHS, build and strengthen a vibrant allied health research culture and network leading in high‑impact research agenda.
Key Responsibilities
Driving translation of research into clinical practice, improving service delivery and patient outcomes
Fostering collaboration across disciplines, sectors, and institutions
Developing national and international partnerships that inform innovative clinical practice
Working closely with senior leaders within CHS and UC to strengthen collaboration between the two entities
Contributing to strategic planning, mentoring staff, and enhancing research capability across the allied health workforce
Leading innovative, externally funded research programs in allied health and maintaining an outstanding personal research profile and academic standing
Representing UC and CHS in senior internal and external forums
About you To succeed in this role, you will be an internationally recognised leader with a passion for advancing allied health research and practice.
Doctoral qualification in a relevant allied health discipline
Eligibility for AHPRA registration or relevant professional membership
Background in one of UC’s allied health areas, including but not limited to Exercise Physiology, Nutrition & Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Clinical Psychology, Medical Imaging, or Speech Pathology
Required Experience
Outstanding research track record with evidence of peer‑reviewed publications, external research funding and successful HDR supervision
Demonstrated success in translating research into clinical practice
Proven ability to build research capacity and culture in clinical environments
Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
Strategic leadership experience in complex environments
Benefits We offer a high‑impact leadership role that spans both academia and healthcare, supported by strong institutional commitment to research, innovation, and collaboration. You will have access to leading research infrastructure and diverse clinical environments, enabling meaningful impact and professional growth. The University offers excellent working conditions and benefits, including flexible, family‑friendly policies, on‑site gym, on‑site medical services, a grocery store, and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion We believe people deserve to feel welcome, supported, and empowered to realise their potential. UC is a values‑based organisation that sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via its Reconnected Strategy. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Application Requirements
Applicants must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
Successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply, please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
How to Apply Please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability addressing the selection criteria listed in the Position Description.
Contact For job‑specific information: please contact Rachel Gibson – Executive Dean, Faculty of Health – rachel.gibson@canberra.edu.au.
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Tuesday 16 June 2026
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