Careers at UniSC

• School of Health, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Level C, $135,996 - $156,716 | Level D, $163,616 - $180,189 p.a., plus 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

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.

Join our dedicated team at the University of the Sunshine Coast as a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Occupational Therapy. You'll make a significant contribution through innovative teaching, impactful research, and community engagement. We seek a candidate with a strong research profile, leadership and mentoring skills, and extensive professional networks in occupational therapy both locally and nationally. This role offers you the chance to make a real difference in a supportive and forward-thinking academic environment, empowering students, impressing our government and industry partners, and connecting meaningfully with our local communities.

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

You will:

• achieve research excellence, securing competitive grants and leading projects with national recognition;
• innovate in teaching and curriculum design, inspiring students and colleagues with your leadership;
• build strategic partnerships locally and internationally, delivering significant outcomes for the University and community; and
• contribute to university development and governance, fostering a positive and productive academic culture.

About you:

You're a leader in your field, ready to elevate research productivity with a clear agenda and strategic partnerships. Your expertise drives innovative projects, secures competitive grants, and inspires early career researchers. In teaching, you're at the forefront of curriculum development and student engagement, using advanced technologies and methods. You have a passion for supporting students, helping them succeed through engaging and effective learning experiences. You excel in creating meaningful connections with stakeholders locally and globally, enhancing our university's impact and reputation. Your commitment to fostering a positive academic environment ensures high standards and strong collaboration across all areas.

You will possess:

Level C:

• Doctoral qualification and extensive academic leadership experience.
• Qualification in Occupational Therapy, with eligibility to practise in Australia.
• Proven teaching effectiveness, including curriculum development and student feedback.
• Established research track record, including publications, grant participation, and supervision of research candidates.
• Strong leadership qualities fostering a positive academic environment.
• Experience in academic administration, such as program coordination.
• Active membership and engagement with professional bodies and community groups.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Level D:

• Doctoral qualification and extensive academic leadership experience.
• Qualification in Occupational Therapy, with eligibility to practise in Australia.
• Evidence of significant contribution to the development of the discipline.
• Strong research program with a record of high quality, impactful research and external recognition.
• Proven research leadership, including mentoring early career researchers and serving on national panels.
• Exemplary teaching effectiveness, with leadership in curriculum development and teaching innovation.
• Strong leadership fostering a positive academic environment.
• Extensive experience in academic administration and leadership roles.
• Ability to establish and maintain beneficial partnerships regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in higher education.
• Formal recognition for excellence in learning, teaching, and/or research.

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.

Learn more about this opportunity here

Position Description:  7106 Senior Lecturer_Associate Professor in Occupational Therapy.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 30 October 2024

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.

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
Telephone: 07 5456 3875
Email: pmeredith@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 2023-24 Good Universities Guide we are Australia's highest rated public university for postgraduate teaching quality, skills development and student support and Australia's number one public university for overall postgraduate student experience. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. In 2023 we recorded the biggest improvement in Australia for research quality, moving up more than 331 places in the world rank.

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.