Organisation/Company AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY (ACU) Research Field Sociology Ethics in health sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Australia Application Deadline 10 Sep 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Professor of Nursing (Joint Appointment between ACU Faculty of Health Sciences and St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne)
Job No: APTAV118747#006
* Provide leadership in research, scholarship and teaching to enhance our students' experience
* Translateevidence into clinical practice in this collaborative role with St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
* Furnish a functional link between ACU's Faculty of Health Sciences and St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne in nursing research and education
* ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions
* Full time, fixed-term appointment until 16 April 2028 based at ACU'sMelbourne campus andSt Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (both located in Fitzroy)(Possibility of a further fixed-term appointment pending role performance and further joint agreement)
About the role:
AsProfessor of Nursing, you will provide leadership and make outstanding and original contributions to research, scholarship and teaching to and enhance the student learning experience.
In this joint appointment between Australian Catholic University andSt Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, the Professor of Nursing will contribute to the governance and collegial life of the Faculty of Health Sciences and the hospital by building relationships with external organisations and related communities, and contribute to clinician research capability within the hospital.
Collaborating with the Faculty's School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine and St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, the role will focus on the development of relevant research and scholarship and lead a research program centred on hospital health service priorities, with a key focus on the translation of evidence into clinical practice with the overall goal of improving patient outcomes and health systems.
The Professor of Nursing will work between two base locations of ACU Melbourne campus and St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, both located in the suburb of Fitzroy.
About you:
ACU and St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne are looking for a Professor in Nursing who holds:
* Current registration in AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
* Proven expertise in producing high-quality publications and competitive grants, including co-authored publications.
* Demonstrated experience working on research and clinical projects, including the academic supervision of students.
* A significant academic profile and research profile in higher education.
In addition, you should be able to:
* Think strategically and possess high-level communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Demonstrate a commitment to academic and research excellence.
* Have strong negotiating, stakeholder management skills and the business acumen to foster and lead innovative improvement ventures.
* Well-developed soft skills to nurture, mentor, coach, lead and foster individuals and teams so they reach their full potential.
Contact:
General enquiries can be sent to:
Karen Nightingale, National Head, School of Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University at:nhos.sonmp@acu.edu.au
For more detailed information about the role on offer, please refer to the Candidate Information Package contained within this advertisement.
What we offer:
* The university pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.
* Academic Level E position:Total remuneration valued to $259,969 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component of $220,723 (pro rata) pa, employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
* 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff.
* Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date.
* As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work,study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging. Find out more information about thebenefits or working at ACUhere .
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* responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page.
* brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions.
ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@acu.edu.au to discuss your requirements in confidence.
About ACU:
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses - Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome.
ACU aspires to be ahomefor our staff, offer the care of a family and develop an academic and professional community. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are academic or professional staff, there are many opportunities both for learning and contributing at ACU.
As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU'smission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.
About St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne:
St Vincent's is a tertiary public healthcare service. We provide a range of services, including acute medical and surgical services, emergency and critical care, aged care, diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative care and residential care. We work with a vast network of collaborative partners to deliver high quality treatment, teaching, education and research. We have more than 5,000 staff and 880 beds in daily use across our services.
ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.
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