Foundation Science Teaching Fellow | School of Health Science and Clinical Practice | Full-time | Torrens University Australia

Help shape the future of higher education. At Torrens University Australia, we're redefining what learning looks like. We're building a new cohort of Teaching Fellows - innovative, student-focused academics who are passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and helping shape the next generation of teaching and learning. This is more than a teaching role. You'll join a team leading the evolution of higher education through student-centred learning, AI-enabled teaching, digital innovation, and contemporary learning design.

Why this role? This role has been created to strengthen Torrens University’s permanent academic workforce, supporting the delivery of flexible, high-quality, student-centred learning experiences across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous learning environments, while enhancing student success and employability. We're looking for educators who don't simply teach, they innovate.

- How can AI enhance learning?
- What does great online teaching look like?
- How can data and student feedback improve the learning experience?
- How do we prepare graduates for careers that don't yet exist?

About the role

As a Teaching Fellow, you’ll join the School of Health Science and Clinical Practice, inspiring and supporting the next generation of health professionals.

You’ll teach across our Diploma, Bachelor’s and Master’s Health Science programs, with a focus on Foundation Sciences, including Anatomy and Physiology, Healthcare in the Digital World, Evidence-Based Practice, Critical Literature Review, Pathophysiology and Clinical Assessment. You’ll also contribute to curriculum development, subject review and continuous improvement across the Health Science programs. This includes designing contemporary learning activities, developing innovative assessment approaches and ensuring curriculum remains relevant, inclusive and aligned with student and industry needs.





Contribute to curriculum development: Support the design, review and continuous improvement of subjects, learning resources and curriculum activities.

Innovate in assessment: Design authentic, inclusive and engaging assessment activities that support learning, demonstrate student capability and promote employability.

Engage in scholarship: Contribute to scholarship of teaching and learning by evaluating teaching practices, sharing insights and applying evidence to improve student outcomes.

You’ll combine outstanding teaching practice with digital capability, learning design and innovation to create learning experiences that are flexible, engaging and centred around student success.

What you’ll be doing

We’re looking for educators who… Put students first: You create inclusive, engaging learning experiences and genuinely care about helping every student succeed.

Embrace innovation: You're curious about new technologies, confident experimenting with AI and digital tools, and willing to rethink traditional approaches to teaching.

Use evidence to improve: You seek feedback, use learning analytics and continuously refine your teaching based on what works.

Collaborate: You enjoy working with colleagues across disciplines to improve learning, share ideas, and solve challenges together.

Thrive in change: You're adaptable, resilient, and excited by working in a dynamic, digitally evolving higher education environment.

What you’ll bring

- MSc, PhD, or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification, such as master's degree, PhD or equivalent, in health sciences, healthcare, education or a related discipline.




- Relevant academic, teaching, research or professional experience in health sciences, healthcare, biomedical science, allied health, nursing, public health or a related discipline, with the ability to apply contemporary knowledge to teaching and student learning.
- Strong facilitation skills across online and face-to-face learning environments.
- Experience using learning technologies and digital tools to enhance teaching.
- Confidence using, or enthusiasm for adopting, AI-enabled approaches in education.
- Experience designing engaging learning and assessment activities.
- A student-centred approach to teaching and learning.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- A growth mindset and commitment to continuous professional learning.

Why join Torrens?

Join an institution committed to transforming education through innovation, technology and exceptional student experiences. You’ll help shape the future of higher education while working alongside innovative educators committed to student success.

Applications close: 10th December 2026.

Interviews are expected to commence in early December 2026, with successful candidates anticipated to commence on 18th January 2027.

About Us

As the country’s newest and fastest‑growing university, Torrens University Australia brings a fresh approach to higher education. Working with us is all about working alongside over 2000 professionals passionate about career and purpose. Our staff across our campuses and head office are united by our central ethos to Be Valuable – by committing to a better way of doing business.

We embrace diversity and inclusion of our staff and are committed to the attraction, retention and development of all people and support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and gender identification.

https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/careers-with-us

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