Lecturer in Occupational Therapy - Clinical Education
- School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
- Full-time or part-time appointments available / Fixed-term until October 2026
- Academic Level B - $114,751 - $136,143 p.a (pro rata)., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
The School of Heath (SOH)
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Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will play a key part in shaping the next generation of occupational therapists by educating and supporting students as they build their clinical skills and undertake professional placements. As Lecturer in Occupational Therapy – Clinical Education, you’ll join a dedicated team committed to delivering a high-quality, sustainable placement program while helping to create new and innovative opportunities for students to gain authentic, real-world experience.
You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines to explore inter-professional learning opportunities and engage with occupational therapists in the public, private, and community sectors. With strong ties to the local Sunshine Coast community and beyond, this role provides the chance to make a meaningful impact on both student learning and the profession. Based at UniSC’s Sunshine Coast campus, the position may also involve travel to support diverse placement activities.
Please note, the School is open to considering applications from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time work. Within the application form, you will be asked to specify your preferred work hours arrangement.
For more information please visit us online: School of Health
About you:
As an experienced and passionate educator, you bring energy and insight to create an engaging, inclusive learning environment where students are empowered to succeed. Drawing on your established subject expertise, strong communication skills, and collaborative approach, you deliver meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity and foster confidence. Committed to student success, you continually refine your teaching practice, embrace innovative pedagogies, and actively contribute to a positive, supportive, and high-performing academic community.
You will possess:
- Completion or near completion of a PhD qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing or a minimum of ten years clinical experience as an accredited profession in the field of study;
- Effectiveness as a teacher including the capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching;
- Research experience and potential including for example: refereed publications, participation in research teams and sound knowledge of research methodologies relevant to the discipline/field;
- Evidence of leadership of quality clinical education of undergraduate students in various forms: including simulated, telehealth, external and internal placements;
- Membership of and sound connections with relevant professional bodies, community groups and/or in professional practice and evidence of leading development of new partnerships;
- Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment which is conducive to high levels of engagement and standards of achievement for both staff and students and evidence of leading staff; and
- Evidence of participation in academic development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic.
Desirable
- Experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination, within a University.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position Description: 
493522 - Lecturer in Occupational Therapy - Clinical Education.pdf
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
All applications must be lodged through our website.
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 5 October 2025.
Your completed application must include:
- a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Professor Pamela Meredith
Discipline Lead, Occupational Therapy – School of Health
Telephone: 07 5456 3875
Email: pmeredith@usc.edu.au
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