Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Nursing

Overview

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Nursing role at Victoria University (VU).

About Us

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

The Role

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic career in one of the world's most liveable cities? As the Associate Professor of Nursing and Midwifery, you will provide strategic leadership in teaching, research, and curriculum development within the College of Sport, Health and Engineering. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing and midwifery education at VU, contributing to the growth of research capacity and mentoring academic staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum innovation and unit design across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Provide research leadership aligned with VU's Research and Impact Plan 2023–2028.
• Supervise Higher Degree Research students and sessional staff.
• Act as Course Chair or Deputy Head of Program when required.
• Foster strong partnerships with clinical, industry, and government stakeholders.

About You

You are a passionate educator and researcher with a commitment to advancing nursing and midwifery practice. You bring a strong academic track record, leadership experience, and a collaborative spirit. This role requires you to be eligible for full registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Australia and meet work rights requirements.

Essential Criteria

• Registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse/Midwife.
• A doctoral qualification (or substantial progress toward completion) in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated excellence in tertiary teaching and curriculum design.
• A growing research profile with evidence of external funding and impactful publications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Awareness of OHS responsibilities and commitment to safe work practices.

Why Join VU

• Innovative Teaching Model: VU's award-winning Block Model transforms student learning through focused, immersive study.
• Dual-Sector Excellence: VU is a leader in both higher education and vocational training, offering unique career pathways.
• Global Impact: Ranked among the world's top universities in sports science, health, engineering, and sustainability.
• Inclusive Culture: We empower students and staff from diverse backgrounds to thrive and succeed.

What We Offer

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships and salary packaging please visit the staff benefits page.

Location

This role is primarily based at our St Albans campus and Sunshine Clinical School, with travel across other VU campuses as required.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description, please click here. Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising: a cover letter, your curriculum vitae/resume, your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description, and evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration.

Application Closing Date: 5pm on Tuesday, 07/10/2025

Previous applicants, including those interviewed before, who were unsuccessful, will probably not be short-listed.

Contact

For further information relating to the position, please contact: Professor Gina Kruger, Head of Program – Nursing and Midwifery, gina.kruger@vu.edu.au

Commitment to Inclusion

Victoria University is committed to protecting Country and progressive inclusivity. We welcome applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally and racially marginalised people, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We provide accessible recruitment materials and processes and can adjust documents or formats on request at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or (03) 9919 5999.

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