Offer Description
* School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
* Academic Level B - $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
* Part‐time (18.12 hours per week), ongoing appointment
The School of Health (SOH)
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The Opportunity
The Lecturer in Allied Health Assistance (Clinical Education) is a dedicated, professional role responsible for coordinating, developing, and quality‐assuring clinical education and placement experiences within the AHA program. This role ensures students receive safe, sustainable, and high‐quality learning experiences that meet industry standards and support workforce development.
You will work collaboratively with academic and professional staff, engage with allied health providers across the region, and support the growth and quality of the AHA clinical education program.
* Coordinate and quality‐assure clinical education and placement experiences for the Diploma of Allied Health Assistance;
* Support student readiness, placement success, and professional practice development;
* Build and maintain industry partnerships across the UniSC catchment (including Gympie, Caboolture, Moreton Bay) and support program growth.
About you
You are an experienced allied health professional and educator with strong clinical education and placement experience. You demonstrate a commitment to student success and workforce relevance, and you are skilled in building partnerships with industry and community stakeholders.
You will possess
* A degree in an allied health profession (e.g., occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, nutrition and dietetics);
* Completion or near‐completion of a PhD qualification in a relevant field;
* Evidence of effective teaching and student support in clinical or practice‐based contexts;
* An established research track record, including refereed publications, participation in research teams, and co‐supervision of honours and HDR students;
* Membership and strong connections with relevant professional bodies, community groups, and/or professional practice;
* Strong personal qualities and a collegial approach that support a positive academic environment and high standards for staff and students;
* Evidence of ongoing academic development and a commitment to improving teaching practice;
* Experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination, within a University.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at Careers at UniSC.
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 8 March 2026.
Your completed application must include:
* A resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life.
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Professor Pamela MeredithDiscipline Lead, Occupational Therapy – School of HealthTelephone: 07 5456 3875Email: pmeredith@usc.edu.au
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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