Senior Lecturer, Nursing (Education Focussed) role at University of Melbourne
Overview
As a leader in nursing education at the University of Melbourne, you'll shape the Master of Nursing Science entry to practice course, drive curriculum development, deliver cutting-edge educational programmes, and contribute to the scholarship of learning and teaching in nursing. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on student experience and to further your profile in nursing education.
Responsibilities
- Lead Curriculum Development and Teaching: Develop and deliver innovative nursing education programmes using online and blended modes, ensure quality placements, and apply contemporary pedagogical approaches.
- Advance Nursing Scholarship: Contribute to evidence-based practice in nursing programmes and lead scholarly outputs to enhance nursing education.
- Provide Educational Leadership: Participate in departmental planning, engage in professional development, and build a local profile in nursing education through community involvement.
- Ensure Programme Quality: Coordinate subjects and courses, review student satisfaction, and participate in peer review of teaching to maintain high educational standards.
Qualifications and fit
- Registered nurse with AHPRA and hold a PhD in nursing.
- Experience in delivering nursing programmes and coordinating curriculum development.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Commitment to ethical scholarship and valuing diversity.
- Post-graduate qualification in university teaching (desirable).
- Established profile in the scholarship of learning and teaching (desirable).
Base pay and benefits
Base pay range: A$149,701.00/yr – A$172,613.00/yr
Salary: $149,071 - $172,613 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus 17% superannuation
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including health insurance
- Health and well-being programs and professional development opportunities
- Supportive flexible work arrangements and inclusive workplace culture
About the department and team
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Nursing / Melbourne School of Health Sciences
School context: Melbourne School of Health Sciences focuses on inter-professional learning, education and research in health sciences, including Nursing, Social Work, Physiotherapy and other non-medical health disciplines.
How to apply
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- Responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Working with Children Check (WWCC) may be required as part of onboarding; discussions with the recruitment team can arrange reasonable adjustments if needed.
Additional information
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace. For information on reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, contact
[email protected] and visit the Careers site: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Applications close: Wednesday 17 September 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Position details
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Internship
- Job function: Education
- Industries: Education and Higher Education
📌 Senior Lecturer, Nursing (Melbourne)
🏢 University Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne