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• Full time ongoing position
• Attractive 17% Superannuation Contribution
• Embrace your passion & enthusiasm for teaching & research in Occupational Therapy  

Look to the future 

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability. 

The School of Health Sciences, one of four Schools within the Faculty of Health and Medicine, excels in the teaching of allied health professionals and includes the disciplines of Family Studies, Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Therapy), Nutrition and Dietetics, Occupational Health and Safety, Occupational Therapy, Oral Health Therapy, Physiotherapy and Podiatry. The disciplines within the School achieve a balance between advancing the professional research profile of their respective areas and working together to educate future health care workers in a multi-professional health care environment.   

Be challenged and imagine with us 

We will bring the world to our regions and take our regions to the world through relevant research solutions to local, national and global problems. We want to serve our regions by taking research that matters to the world and bringing our global expertise home. 

The Lecturer in Occupational Therapy provides high-quality academic education in the area of Occupational Therapy and other health sciences through the teaching, development and coordination of undergraduate and postgraduate courses aligned to the strategic goals of both the Faculty and School.

This is a full-time ongoing position located on the leafy Callaghan campus where you can find open spaces and great coffee.

How will you inspire us?  

Undertaking research and scholarly work, you will engage in and contribute to administrative and service activities of the Discipline and School as well as the wider Faculty and University. To be successful in this role, you will possess a relevant PhD, a degree in the field of Occupational Therapy, be eligible for AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist and ideally possess expertise in paediatric, aged care or general Occupational Therapy practice.

You will bring significant clinical experience and expertise in the Occupational Therapy discipline and the relevant area of Occupational Therapy practice along with a sound understanding of contemporary professional and educational issues in Occupational Therapy and the broader health domains.

Your experience in the effective design and delivery of high-quality teaching at a tertiary level including the incorporation of new technologies and approaches will be supported by a research track record evidenced by relevant publications, grants, conference presentations. In addition, you will have highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and experience in the supervision of research higher degree students appropriate to stage of career.

For additional information on the position contact Professor Alison Lane, Head of Discipline on 02 4921 5004 or via email [email protected], using the subject line: Lecturer in Occupational Therapy enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For a full job description including the essential criteria, visit www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/jobs-at-uon/job-vacancies.  

Why commit to us?  

The University of Newcastle is a Top 200 University in the world by QS World University Rankings 2021and a Top 10 University in Australia. 

The remuneration for this position is from $101,197 FTE + 17% superannuation.  

From a flexible working environment to discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, we offer access to a wide range of employee benefits including salary packaging. You can learn more about these at www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/jobs-at-uon/benefits-at-a-glance  

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.  

Let’s create this future together. Here’s how to join us:    

Click on 'Apply for this job'. Your application will be assessed on essential criteria. Read all information about the role so you understand what is required. In addition: 

• Follow all directions and complete all necessary fields of the application; and
• In addressing the essential criteria clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet each point (maximum of four pages). 

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.    

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.   

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you