Lecturer (Nursing) (4 Positions)

School of Nursing and Midwifery

• Full-time, continuing appointments (37.5 hours/week)
• $112,381 to $132,831 pa + 17% Super + Leave Loading
• Toowoomba or Ipswich campus (Two positions to be based at the Toowoomba campus)
• To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of nurses and help shape the future of healthcare? With significant growth in UniSQ's nursing programs and increasing demand for high-quality education across regional and outer-metropolitan Queensland, our School of Nursing and Midwifery is recruiting four new Lecturers in Nursing to join their dynamic and supportive academic team.

This is your chance to be part of a thriving school that is shaping the future of healthcare through innovative teaching, impactful research, and strong community partnerships.

What you'll do

Based at our Toowoomba or Ipswich campus, you'll play a key role in delivering engaging, student-centred learning experiences across our undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs. You will:

• Teach via blended delivery using contemporary, evidence-informed approaches.
• Contribute to curriculum development and course coordination.
• Conduct research aligned with UniSQ's strategic priorities, collaborating across disciplines and with industry.
• Supervise honours and postgraduate research students.
• Engage with professional and community networks to enhance the impact of your work.

Appointments will be offered as either Teaching and Research or Education Specialist roles. For more details, please refer to the relevant position descriptions below.

What will help you succeed

We are seeking academics with a passion for Nursing education who thrive in a collaborative environment. In particular, you will bring:

• a Doctoral or Master qualification in a discipline relevant to Nursing.
• Current registration (without condition) as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated professional experience and practice in Nursing.
• A track record of delivering engaging, student-focused teaching that fosters critical thinking, clinical competence and positive learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated research experience with potential for collaboration, industry engagement and attracting external funding (applicable for Teaching and Research appointments).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to integrity, inclusion and teamwork.

What we offer

• A supportive and inclusive teaching and research environment.
• A chance to work alongside experts in the field and make a difference.
• Generous superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements to maintain positive work/life balance.

Why Toowoomba and Ipswich?

As Australia's largest inland city, Toowoomba offers a relaxed lifestyle with beautiful parks, a thriving arts scene, excellent schools, affordable living and easy access to Brisbane. Known as the 'Garden City', it's perfect for families and professionals seeking a peaceful yet connected community.

Ipswich is a fast-growing city with rich heritage, vibrant cultural life, and proximity to Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It's a hub for innovation and education, with a welcoming atmosphere and affordable living.

Whether you prefer the charm of Toowoomba or the energy of Ipswich, both regions offer an exceptional quality of life and a supportive environment for academic and personal growth.

For further information, please contact Professor Leah East, Deputy Head of School (Nursing and Midwifery), via email DeputyHoS-NM@unisq.edu.au.

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.unisq.edu.au.

Reference Number: 0089_06/25

Location: Toowoomba or Ipswich Campus (Two positions to be based at the Toowoomba campus)

Term: Full-time continuing appointment (37.5 hrs/week)

Salary: Total remuneration range of $133,256 to $157,504 pa (includes salary range of $112,381 to $132,831 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% salary and annual leave loading)

Closes: Tuesday, 2 September 2025 at 11:30 pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.

If you know that this role is right for you, visit the UniSQ Careers website (www.unisq.edu.au/jobs) to submit your application.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey, available on our website.