Organisation/Company WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY Research Field Medical sciences Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 6 Aug *********:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Permanent 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
Full-time, Ongoing appointment at Academic Level D.
Based at Campbelltown Campus with flexible
Shape the future of Occupational Therapy through leadership in research, teaching and engagement.
The Prospect
We are seeking an innovative and collaborative Associate Professor to join our Occupational Therapy team within the School of Health Sciences.
They will have responsibilities across undergraduate teaching and research leadership.
You will bring expertise and academic leadership in one or more of the relevant areas of occupational therapy practice listed below:
Secure research funding and lead impactful research
Deliver engaging, evidence-based, high-quality teaching
Lead curriculum development in occupational therapy
Attract, supervise, and mentor higher degree research students toward timely completion
Build strong internal and external partnerships to serve the academic community and public
What Success Looks Like:
Maintain a national and international reputation for academic excellence in Occupational Therapy.
Deliver high-quality blended units, learning experiences and assessments at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Lead and mentor colleagues, shaping best practice in teaching,



curriculum design and professional development.
Build interdisciplinary and industry partnerships that support research, learning and community outcomes.
Secure competitive research funding and supervise high-quality postgraduate research projects.
A PhD in a field relevant to Occupational Therapy, along with recognised Occupational Therapy qualifications and AHPRA registration
Demonstrated research leadership and track record with demonstrated impact in practice, education, and/or policy
Proven capacity to supervise higher degree research students to timely competition and mentor early career academics
Evidence of delivering high-quality, innovative learning experiences, including through online, simulation and contemporary teaching approaches
Expertise in curriculum development, with the ability to contribute across key areas such as disability, mental health, and rehabilitation or aged care
Strong communication, collaboration, and partnership-building skills with the ability to work effectively in teams
A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment, or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement is required for this role.
We invest in the people who make our mission possible.
Beyond a rewarding career,



we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:
Fitness Passport:Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state.
Onsite Childcare:Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
Financial Advantages:Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
Holistic Support:Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.
Position Enquiries:Direct to Head of Discipline, Occupational Therapy and Podiatry Kristy Coxon Please include the job reference code REF****J
Closing Date:11:59pm, Thursday 6 August ****.
Working Rights:You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in ourEqual Opportunity Policy .
We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger.
By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community.
As our region changes, so too does our university.
Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.
Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities.
As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives.
Making a difference starts at Western.
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📌 Associate Professor - Occupational Therapy (New South Wales)
🏢 Times Higher Education
📍 New South Wales