Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics Clinical Education

Overview

School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs

Full-time, ongoing appointment

Academic Level B - $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation

The School

The School of Heath (SOH)

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The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in shaping the next generation of nutrition and dietetics professionals by supervising, training, assessing, and supporting students on professional placements. You’ll also manage clients attending our Nutrition and Dietetic clinics, collaborate with placement partners, professional bodies, and the community, and work closely with discipline staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences. Alongside contributing to teaching and clinical education, you’ll be actively involved in quality improvement initiatives and broader School and University activities. Based at UniSC’s Sippy Downs campus, this role offers the opportunity to combine clinical practice, education, and community engagement in a rewarding and impactful way.

For more information please visit us online: School of Health

About you

As a passionate educator in nutrition and dietetics, you foster inclusive and engaging learning environments that empower students to thrive. With strong subject expertise, excellent communication, and a collaborative mindset, you design meaningful learning experiences that ignite curiosity and build confidence. Committed to student success, you continually refine your teaching, embrace innovative approaches, and contribute to a supportive and high-performing academic community.

You will possess

- Completion or near-completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing or a minimum of ten years clinical experience as an accredited practitioner in the field of study
- Evidence of Accredited Practising Dietitian status as recognised by Dietitians Australia
- Effectiveness as a teacher, demonstrated by: student feedback on clinical teaching and supervision, placements (including simulated, telehealth, external and internal placements) using valid instruments; capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to teaching
- Leadership of quality clinical education of undergraduate students in diverse placement formats
- Experience with managing the nutrition care process of individual clients/patients
- Membership of and connections with relevant professional bodies and communities, and evidence of leading development of new partnerships
- Strong personal qualities and collegial approach contributing to a positive academic environment and evidence of leading staff
- Participation in academic development activities and a commitment to ongoing learning as an effective academic

Desirable

- Experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination
- Accredited Sports Dietitian status as recognised by Sports Dietitians Australia

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. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description

Position description: 493680 - Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics Clinical Education.pdf

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.

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 12 October 2025.

Application requirements

Your completed application must include:

- a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Within the application form, you will be asked to address 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. To learn more about us, visit: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Professor Fiona Pelly
Discipline Lead, Nutrition and Dietetics – School of Health
Telephone: 07 5430 2898
Email: fpelly@usc.edu.au

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Our Culture & Benefits

- Collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture
- Modern teaching & research facilities
- Professional development and career pathway opportunities
- Athena SWAN Bronze Award (SAGE)
- Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options
- Salary packaging options + 17% Super
- EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health

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