Details - Associate Professor, Rural Nursing
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Work type: Continuing
La Trobe Rural Health School – Bendigo Campus
Full‑Time | Continuing | Level D (Teaching & Research)
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Associate Professor in Rural Nursing to lead innovative teaching, world‑class research, and impactful partnerships that strengthen health and wellbeing across regional and rural communities.
As a senior academic in the La Trobe Rural Health School, you will:
* Lead high‑quality teaching, curriculum design and course innovation
* Conduct internationally significant research with real‑world rural impact
* Supervise HDR students and contribute to research leadership
* Build national and international partnerships to advance rural health
* Mentor, coach and develop academic staff
* Play a key role in shaping the Nursing discipline and supporting the next generation of rural health professionals
This position is based at our beautiful Bendigo campus, with access to collaborative research centres including the Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health and the John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research.
About You
You will have:
* A PhD or equivalent standing in Nursing or a relevant discipline
* A distinguished record of research with national/international recognition
* Proven success in external research funding
* Demonstrated leadership in curriculum development and teaching excellence
* Strong publications in high‑impact journals
* A track record of successful HDR supervision
* Outstanding ability to build sustainable industry and community partnerships
* Registration as a Dual Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife (AHPRA/NMBA)
Why La Trobe?
* Innovative, global university with strong community and industry partnerships.
* Inspiring campuses and collaborative environment.
* Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
* Flexible work arrangements to support work‑life balance.
* On‑site child care.
* Staff/family study discounts.
* Bundoora campus welcome video (applicable University‑wide).
* Meaningful work that transforms lives and communities.
* Opportunities to shape the future of rural health.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Working rights requirement: Australian work rights required.
* Diversity & inclusion: We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
* Hold or be willing to obtain a Victorian Working With Children Check.
* Comply with all University policies and legislative obligations.
Closing date: 30 September by 11:55pm
Enquiries: Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Partner, Strategy and Senior Appointments
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Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
* An up to date resume
* Response to the essential criteria
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
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