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Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences

Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus

Academic Level B salary + 17% superannuation and flexible work options

This is a targeted position and an affirmative measure, therefore only open to applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage in accordance with an exemption granted under section 12 of the Vic – Equal Opportunity Act 2010. This initiative aims to increase Indigenous workforce participation.

About the Role

The Department of Nursing seeks a dedicated professional to enhance inclusion, quality, and delivery of Nursing education and research at Swinburne. This is an identified role designed to attract passionate Indigenous nurses, recognizing the value of their cultural knowledge and community connections in teaching and research.

You will collaborate with the Professor of Nursing, a proud Wiradjuri woman with extensive clinical and leadership experience, and with academic colleagues across the Department, School, and health sector. Your responsibilities include embedding Indigenous knowledge, person-centred practice, and technology/innovation into the curriculum, contributing to the development and review of the Bachelor of Nursing, and fostering an inclusive academic community.

You will receive support for higher degree research studies and mentorship to develop your academic career. You will also participate in research aligned with the strategic directions of the School of Health Sciences and Department of Nursing, focusing on Indigenous knowledge, person-centred practice, and technology.

About You

To be suitable for this role, you should have experience in the following key areas:

• A willingness to complete a teaching/education qualification.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in Nursing.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with capacity to contribute to course and program leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience contributing to research teams and partnerships, and supervising practice research for impactful outcomes (preferred).

Qualifications

• Relevant Nursing qualifications and eligibility for AHPRA registration.
• A PhD or Doctorate relevant to the discipline, or equivalent experience, or a demonstrated willingness to engage in Higher Degree Research (HDR) studies.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne aims to be a university of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship, committed to excellence in education and research.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. For the full Position Description and application details, scroll down or visit Swinburne's Jobs website if accessed externally.

Note: Appointment is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.

For technical difficulties, contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team at

Applications Close: Sunday 21 September 2025, at 11.00pm

What We Offer You

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and parental leave.
• Staff discounts, including health insurance, course discounts, and partner offers.
• Superannuation of 17% and salary packaging options.

Visit our benefits page for more information.

Special Measures

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, supporting their cultural and community connections as part of their professional development.

We aim to increase Indigenous representation within our workforce, particularly in the Department of Nursing, through targeted recruitment strategies.

For more on our Indigenous Employment Strategy, visit: Indigenous Employment Strategy.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne values diversity and is committed to removing barriers related to gender, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We support applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable adjustments upon request.

Victoria's Commitment to Action: We aim to improve international student employment outcomes and encourage applications from international graduates.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer, committed to responding to all applicants.

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