[15h Left] Associate Professor in Nursing

- School of Health | UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
- Level D, $168,933 - $186,045 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
- Full-time, ongoing appointment

Overview

The School of Health (SOH) invites applications from experienced educators and researchers to advance health education and research. We focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through teaching, research, and outreach to improve community well-being regionally and globally.

The Opportunity

Drive the future of nursing education by leading innovative programs that prepare graduates to become today’s health leaders and researchers. Build partnerships with health providers, expanding hands-on learning opportunities that inspire and equip students for real-world impact. Lead research addressing today’s health priorities to shape a healthier future and contribute to the profession and community. For more information, please visit us online: School of Health

You will

- drive impactful research, secure competitive grants, lead major projects, and mentor emerging scholars to achieve excellence;
- inspire through innovative teaching, shape curricula, motivate students, and lead colleagues in best-practice learning and teaching;
- build and sustain powerful partnerships locally, nationally, and globally, delivering meaningful outcomes for the University and community; and
- lead with influence across the School and University, fostering a collegial, inclusive, and high-achieving academic culture.

About you

You are passionate about shaping the future of nursing education by driving innovation, integrating cutting-edge research, and ensuring real-world relevance in every learning experience. You design and lead engaging curricula that inspire students while staying at the forefront of emerging health trends. You lead impactful projects, publish influential research, and mentor the next generation of healthcare leaders. You cultivate strong partnerships with industry and community stakeholders, creating meaningful opportunities for students and broader societal benefit. Collaborative and inclusive, you lead by example and contribute positively to your academic community and beyond.

You will possess

- completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field and comprehensive experience as an academic leader;
- registration as a nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
- evidence of involvement in, and impact on, the development of their discipline/field;
- a clear and coherent research program with a strong track record of active, sustained and productive engagement in high quality research; publicly verifiable outputs and outcomes from research; external recognition of research performance and achievement; quality supervision of candidates for Higher Degrees by Research; and impact of research;
- quality research leadership, including mentoring to develop research capacity of individual and teams of Early Career Researchers and Early Career Academics; leadership contributions that strengthen research capacity, capability and culture; and service on national discipline panels;
- effectiveness as a teacher demonstrated by exemplary teaching practice and leadership in teaching, with outcomes in student engagement and success; for example, through leadership of research-led approaches to learning and teaching in curricula design, leadership of learning and teaching development processes, and formal recognition for excellence in learning and teaching;
- positive leadership contributions and personal qualities that foster a positive academic environment with high engagement and achievement for staff and students;
- extensive experience and success in academic administrative functions within a University; and
- the ability to develop and maintain productive regional, national and international partnerships that benefit students, the community and the University.

Desirable

- postgraduate qualifications in higher education;
- formal external and/or internal recognition for excellence in learning and teaching and/or research.

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: 493567 - Associate Professor in Nursing.pdf

UniSC is committed to attracting top talent from around the world and offers sponsorship opportunities for international candidates.

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 12 October 2025

Your completed application must include:

- a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Note 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. 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 Stephen Neville
Discipline Lead, Nursing – School of Health
Email: sneville2@usc.edu.au

Our Culture & Benefits

- Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture
- Modern teaching & research facilities
- Professional development and career pathway opportunities
- We are a proud recipient of the Athena SWAN Bronze Award (SAGE)
- Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options
- Salary packing options + 17% Super
- EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health

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