Careers at UniSC

• School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Academic Level C - $140,415 - $161,809 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The School of Health (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.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy specialising in Paediatrics and Disability to contribute to the development and delivery of contemporary and innovative physiotherapy education. In this leadership role, you will play a key part in curriculum design, course coordination, and teaching across the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) program, ensuring students graduate with strong clinical capability in paediatric and disability practice. You will work closely with the Discipline Lead, clinical partners, and academic colleagues to embed best practice, evidence-based teaching, and work-integrated learning opportunities within the program.

In addition to teaching leadership, you will contribute to the School’s research agenda through a strong and developing research profile, supervision of Honours and postgraduate research students, and collaboration with industry partners. You will also support the ongoing development of clinical relationships and professional networks that enhance student learning and employability, and help position UniSC as a leader in paediatric and disability physiotherapy education and research.

For more information please visit us online: School of Health

You will:

• provide academic leadership and deliver high-quality teaching in paediatric and disability physiotherapy, including curriculum development and course coordination;
• build and maintain strategic clinical and industry partnerships to support work-integrated learning and ensure graduate readiness for contemporary practice; and
• lead and contribute to research activity in paediatrics and disability, including publication, grant activity, and supervision of Honours and higher degree research students.

About you:

You are an experienced and collegial academic with strong expertise in paediatric physiotherapy and disability practice. You bring excellent communication and leadership skills, and are committed to inclusive, evidence-based teaching and the development of future-ready graduates. You thrive in collaborative environments and contribute positively to a supportive and high-performing academic culture.

You will possess:

• Unrestricted current registration to practice physiotherapy in Australia;
• A minimum of five years’ clinical experience in paediatric physiotherapy including disability practice, and five years’ academic experience teaching paediatric and disability content in an accredited program;
• Completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing;
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a teacher with evidence of curriculum development, course coordination, and student outcomes; and
• Evidence of research experience, including publications, research collaboration, and supervision of Honours and HDR candidates. 

Desirable:

• Postgraduate training or coursework qualification relevant to paediatrics and/or disability;
• Experience working across acute, rehabilitation, and community-based settings with children and clients with disability; and
• Experience as a clinical educator/supervisor in paediatric and disability physiotherapy.

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: Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy - Paediatrics and Disability

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, Wednesday 11 March 2026. 

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:

Dr Cherie Wells
Discipline Lead, Physiotherapy – School of Health
Telephone: 07 5456 5022
Email: cwells@usc.edu.au

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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 and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

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.