* School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
* Academic Level B - $118,481 - $140,567 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
* Full-time (36.25 hours per week), ongoing appointment
The School of Health (SOH)
Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health!
Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well‐being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.
The Opportunity
Join UniSC's Physiotherapy Discipline and play a key role in shaping the next generation of physiotherapists through innovative teaching, strong industry engagement, and a commitment to improving health outcomes in rural and regional communities. As Lecturer in Physiotherapy (Indigenous and Rural Health), you will deliver high‐quality teaching across undergraduate health programs, contribute to curriculum design and continuous improvement, and support student supervision to develop culturally responsive, practice‐ready graduates.
Working closely with the Head of Discipline and the Physiotherapy Clinical Coordinator, you will help strengthen clinical and community partnerships that enhance student learning and expand work‐integrated learning opportunities across diverse healthcare settings. You will also contribute to the School's broader teaching and research agenda, ensuring graduates are well prepared to deliver inclusive, person‐centred care in regional, rural, and community health environments.
This role is open to all applicants. UniSC strongly values experience and capability in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, education, community engagement, and culturally responsive practice. Applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples will be highly regarded, as will applications from candidates with significant demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
You will:
* Deliver high‐quality, inclusive teaching across undergraduate physiotherapy programs, creating engaging learning environments that support student success;
* Contribute to curriculum design, course coordination and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on Indigenous and rural health contexts;
* Supervise and mentor honours and higher degree by research students in collaboration with industry and community partners;
* Develop and progress a focused research agenda aligned to contemporary health priorities, contributing to publications, grants and research teams;
* Build and sustain meaningful clinical, industry and community partnerships that enhance work‐integrated learning and graduate readiness;
* Actively participate in School and University service, contributing to a positive, culturally capable and collegial academic environment.
About you:
As an experienced academic and educator, you are committed to advancing physiotherapy education and practice with a focus on Indigenous and rural health contexts. You bring contemporary clinical expertise and sector knowledge to your teaching, research, and professional engagement, fostering inclusive, culturally responsive, and engaging learning environments that support student success and the development of evidence‐based practice. A confident communicator and collaborative team member, you work effectively with colleagues, students, and clinical partners to strengthen curriculum design, enhance work‐integrated learning opportunities, and build meaningful community and industry partnerships, contributing to the development of graduates prepared to meet contemporary health priorities and deliver high‐quality, person‐centred care across diverse regional, rural, and community settings.
You will possess:
* Unrestricted current registration to practice physiotherapy in Australia;
* A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a physiotherapist in regional, rural or remote areas and/or working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (or part time equivalent);
* Experience and capability in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, education, community engagement and culturally responsive practice;
* Effectiveness as a teacher, which is evidenced by:
o student feedback on teaching using valid instrument/s, peer review and/or student outcomes, and
o the capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching.
* Completion or near‐completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing;
* Evidence of research experience, including for example, refereed publications; participation in research teams; co‐supervision of candidates for honours and higher degrees by research;
* Evidence of participation in professional development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic and clinician;
* Membership of and sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or in professional practice; and
* Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment which is conducive to high levels of engagement and standards of achievement for both staff and students.
Desirable
* Identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is highly regarded, but not mandatory.
* Postgraduate training or coursework qualification relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
* Experience performing academic functions (e.g. course coordination, assessment moderation) at a university.
* Experience working inter‐professionally, using telehealth, and providing rural and remote health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
* Experience as a clinical educator/supervisor in practice within physiotherapy, including with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and/or via telehealth, and in rural and remote practice.
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. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position description
Lecturer in Physiotherapy, Indigenous and Rural Health.
All applications must be lodged through our website.
Our Culture & Benefits
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
Contact for discussion
Dr Cherie Wells
Discipline Lead, Physiotherapy – School of Health
Telephone: 07 5456 5022
Email:
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