Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Speech Pathology
Flinders University of South Australia – Bedford Park SA
* Continuing | Full-Time or Part-Time available
* Academic Level A or B | $88,842 - $133,974 p.a. pro rata
About the Role
We are seeking either an inspiring Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Speech Pathology to deliver engaging, student‑centred teaching in speech pathology across all levels and learning modes within the College.
The Associate Lecturer will design, coordinate and deliver lectures, tutorials, practical sessions, workshops and assessments for Speech Pathology students. The incumbent will contribute to planning, reviewing and improving topic content, and assist in developing high‑quality teaching materials under the guidance of senior staff. The position also involves providing academic support, professional guidance and career advice to students.
The Lecturer will play an active role in planning, coordinating and evaluating topics, including taking on Topic Coordinator responsibilities when required.
A key part of the role is contributing to the ongoing review, renewal and design of innovative curricula that attract diverse student cohorts and foster creativity and critical thinking.
The Lecturer will also provide academic guidance, professional advice and meaningful support to students as they navigate their studies and plan their careers. Embracing new technologies and teaching innovations, The Lecturer will help ensure an exceptional learning experience for all.
Please refer to the attached position descriptions, for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities.
About You
You offer proven tertiary‑level teaching experience within Speech Pathology, supported by a strong track record in designing, preparing, and delivering high‑quality curriculum. You are skilled in assessing student learning through diverse methods and have a clear understanding of curriculum review processes and both internal and external accreditation requirements.
Your teaching approach demonstrates a commitment to innovation, using contemporary technologies to enhance engagement and learning outcomes. You recognise the vital link between teaching, research, scholarship, and professional practice, applying this understanding to create dynamic, evidence‑informed learning experiences.
You are collaborative, student‑focused, and dedicated to contributing to a supportive, high‑performing academic environment.
In this role you will also be able to demonstrate:
* Satisfactory completion of 4 years tertiary study or equivalent qualifications and experience in the area of teaching.
* Hold and maintain a current membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
* Relevant and contemporary clinical experience in Speech Pathology and an ability to maintain concurrently within or outside of this position.
You are a dedicated and collaborative professional with outstanding communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills. You are committed to creating a supportive educational environment and building strong connections with students, colleagues, and industry partners. Your ability to engage with diverse stakeholders enables you to foster partnerships that enhance student learning and graduate employability. Highly organised and detail‑oriented, you can manage competing priorities and meet deadlines, always ensuring high‑quality service delivery. You are also committed to ongoing professional development, staying current with the latest evidence and advances in the field of Speech Pathology.
To be successful in this role, you will also have:
* A doctorate in a relevant field or equivalent clinical experience and professional standing in Speech Pathology.
* Hold and maintain a current membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
* Contemporary clinical experience in Speech Pathology.
* Demonstrated excellence in tertiary‑level teaching, including clinical or simulated settings.
* A sound understanding of pedagogical theory and modern education practices relevant to speech pathology.
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
At the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, we aim to be an innovator in contemporary education producing a safer and more resilient health and social care workforce. Our mission is to improve lives and empower communities, enabling better health and caring in the world through an exceptional student learning experience. At the College, our research mission is about co‑creating new knowledge which promotes wellbeing, and better care and support, to individuals and communities across the lifespan. We work proactively with industry partners and professional bodies leading to more employable and innovative graduates.
Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.
Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.
So, why work at Flinders?
* 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
* Flexible working arrangements
* Our commitment to wellbeing through our initiative
* Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers
* We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards
* Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia)
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.
* Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
* Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy
Prescribed Conditions for Employment
* A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
* In addition, it is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working with Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA).
* SA: Staff working in a health care setting are strongly recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in line with the SA Health policy.
How to Apply and Information
* To apply online, please visit the website via the job portal: JR Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Speech Pathology
* You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the role.
For more information regarding this position, please contact Chris Barr.
Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Sunday, 21st December 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.
Important Notice: Recruitment Activity During University Shutdown
Please note that recruitment activity will be paused during the Flinders University shutdown period. No updates or progress on applications will be available between 22 December 2025 and 5 January 2026. Recruitment processes will resume from 5 January 2026, and application statuses will be communicated from that date onward. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. For any urgent queries, please contact us prior to the shutdown period.
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