- Help Shape the Next Generation of Occupational Therapists
- Ongoing, full-time (1.0) and a part time (0.4) opportunities at our Hawthorn campus, with versatile appointment fractions considered for suitable candidates.
- Academic Level B-C salary + 17% super and staff benefits

Appointment available at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level, dependent on qualifications, experience and demonstrated track record.

Are you passionate about advancing occupational therapy practice, education and research? Do you want to help prepare the next generation of Occupational Therapists while contributing to innovative research and meaningful community impact?

Swinburne University of Technology is seeking enthusiastic and forward-thinking Occupational Therapy academics to join the School of Health Sciences' highly regarded Master of Occupational Therapy program.

Whether you are an emerging academic looking to build your teaching and research career or an experienced leader ready to drive strategic growth, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a program known for innovation, co-design and industry engagement.

About The Role

As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, you will play an important role in delivering outstanding teaching, supporting student success and contributing to the growth and reputation of the Occupational Therapy program.

Working closely with the Discipline Lead, Course Director and academic colleagues, you will:

- Deliver engaging and contemporary teaching within the Master of Occupational Therapy program.
- Convene and coordinate units across the curriculum.
- Source, supervise and assess student placements.
- Contribute to curriculum design, development and renewal to meet evolving professional standards.




- Build and maintain strong partnerships with healthcare providers, community organisations and industry stakeholders.
- Support students in developing practice-based competencies and professional capabilities.
- Undertake impactful research and scholarly activities.
- Supervise student research projects and contribute to Higher Degree Research supervision.
- Collaborate across Health Sciences and the broader university on interdisciplinary initiatives.

For Senior Lecturer Level Responsibilities

- Provide academic leadership in curriculum innovation and professional practice education.
- Lead strategic initiatives and contribute to the future direction of the Occupational Therapy discipline.
- Mentor and support academic colleagues.
- Drive research development, industry engagement and external collaborations.
- Contribute to accreditation activities, quality improvement and program growth.

Whether you are building your academic career or looking for your next leadership opportunity, this is your chance to make a meaningful contribution to Occupational Therapy education, research and practice.

Available Positions

- Full-time, ongoing (1.0 FTE) x 1
- Part-time, ongoing (0.4 FTE) x 1

Appointment fractions may be negotiated with suitable candidates.

About You





We're seeking candidates who are passionate about inclusive and person-centred Occupational Therapy and who are excited by the opportunity to contribute to education, research and industry engagement.

For Lecturer Applicants

- A demonstrated commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive and person-centred occupational therapy practice and education.
- Contemporary Occupational Therapy practice experience and strong knowledge of current professional and regulatory issues.
- Experience in tertiary teaching and/or the supervision, education or mentoring of students and staff.
- The ability to contribute to curriculum development, coordination and continuous improvement.
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage effectively with healthcare providers, community organisations and industry partners.
- Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of research activity and/or scholarly publication, or a clear capacity and commitment to develop a research profile.
- Experience or potential to supervise student research projects and scholarly activities.
- Experience with contemporary teaching approaches, educational technologies, simulation and flexible learning methods.

For Senior Lecturer Applicants

- Leadership, innovation or influence within Occupational Therapy practice settings.
- Significant experience leading teaching, curriculum development and educational innovation.
- Demonstrated leadership and contribution to strategic initiatives, service development, accreditation, quality improvement or organisational change.
- Leadership in implementing evidence-informed lear

📌 Lecturer, Occupational Therapy (Melbourne)
🏢 Swinburne University Of Technology
📍 Melbourne