Careers at UniSC

• School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Level B, $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The School of Heath (SOH)

Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health!

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.

For more information, please visit us online: School of Health

The Opportunity

As a Lecturer in Paramedicine, you will deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and empowers students while supporting graduate readiness and career outcomes. You will contribute to curriculum design, teaching delivery, and assessment practices, integrating evidence-based research and fostering innovative approaches to learning. Additionally, you will engage in research, establish industry and community partnerships, and participate in academic leadership and governance activities that enhance the School’s profile.

You will:

• Deliver innovative, high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and assessment in paramedicine, supporting students to achieve successful graduate outcomes;
• Contribute to research activities, including publications, grant applications, and supervision of honours students; and
• Build and maintain strong industry and community partnerships, enhancing student learning, research impact, and professional engagement.

About you:

You are a dedicated academic with a passion for paramedicine education, committed to providing engaging and effective learning experiences. You are developing your research profile and contribute to the wider academic community through teaching, research, and outreach. You collaborate effectively, fostering a positive, inclusive, and professional environment that enhances student outcomes and strengthens the School of Health’s mission.

You will possess:

• Completion of a relevant degree, postgraduate qualifications, and registration with the Paramedicine Board of Australia;
• Proven effectiveness as a teacher, including curriculum design, delivery, and assessment in higher education;
• Demonstrated research experience, including publications and participation in research teams, and supervision of honours students;
• Membership of relevant professional bodies and engagement with community or industry stakeholders;
• Strong interpersonal and collegial skills that contribute to a positive academic environment; and
• Commitment to ongoing academic development and scholarly growth.

Desirable

• Completion or near-completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field;
• Experience in academic administrative functions such as course coordination; and
• Enrolment in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) in a relevant field.

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: Lecturer in Paramedicine PD

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. To apply please visit our website at Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 30 November 2025.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained 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:

Associate Professor Nigel Barr
Discipline Lead, Paramedicine – School of Health
Phone: 07 5456 5020

Email: nbarr@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2024/25 Good Universities Guide we have five-star ratings from key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, student support and learner engagement. Overall for teaching quality, we’re number one in Australia (postgraduate), and number one in Queensland (undergraduate).

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. In 2024,  we moved 97 places to be in the top 110 institutions in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2024).

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.