Lecturer in Public Health

6 days ago


Sunshine Coast Regional, Australia UniSC Careers Full time

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 of Health (SOH) – Where Passion Meets Impact. Join the School of Health

Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let’s create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.

The Opportunity

You will play a pivotal role in advancing teaching, research, and engagement in epidemiology and biostatistics within the Public Health Discipline and School of Health. In this role, you’ll design and deliver engaging teaching in specialised public health areas, supervise research students, and pursue research aligned with the School’s priorities, including health equity, health promotion, disease prevention, and the socio-ecological determinants of health and wellbeing. You will collaborate across disciplines and build strong partnerships with industry, government, and community organisations, creating meaningful impacts for students, the community, and UniSC.

For more information please consider the School of Health page.

You will

- Deliver high-quality, engaging teaching, develop curricula, and provide fair and constructive assessment to support student success;
- Conduct research in your discipline, develop a clear research agenda, and contribute to publications, grants, and supervision of higher-degree students;
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders, building partnerships that advance learning, research, and community impact;
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and ethical academic environment that promotes collaboration, professional growth, and high standards; and
- Participate in academic development, professional activities, and other duties as required to support the evolving teaching, research, and engagement priorities of the University.

About you

Our candidate will possess strong subject matter expertise, pedagogical expertise, excellent communication skills, a passion for teaching and learning, a student-centered approach, and a commitment to innovative and engaging teaching methods.

This includes a deep understanding of pedagogical principles and instructional strategies, including implementing effective teaching methods to enhance student learning outcomes. You will create a conducive learning environment, maintaining discipline and fostering a positive atmosphere for learning. Assessment and feedback; designing fair and relevant assessments to evaluate student progress and areas for improvement. Adaptability and flexibility; adapt to diverse learning needs and situations, adjusting the teaching approach based on student feedback and emerging educational trends. Continuous professional development, a commitment to own professional growth and development, actively seeking opportunities to expand knowledge, attend workshops, conferences, and engage in research to stay current.

You will possess

- Completion or near-completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant public health field or equivalent accreditation and standing;
- Effectiveness as a teacher, which is evidenced by:

- student feedback on teaching using valid instrument/s, peer review and/or student outcomes, and

- the capacity to conceive, develop and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching.

- Evidence of research experience, including for example, refereed publications; participation in research teams; co-supervision of candidates for honours and higher degrees by research;
- Membership of and sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or in professional practice;
- Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive academic environment which is conducive to high levels of engagement and standards of achievement for both staff and students; and
- Evidence of participation in academic development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic.

Desirable

- Experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination, within a University.
- Professional experience as an epidemiologist.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: 493694 - Lecturer in Public Health.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. To apply please visit Careers at UniSC

Applications close midnight, Monday 27 October 2025.

Your completed application must include a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting 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.

Questions can be directed to Associate Professor Jane Taylor, Discipline Lead, Public – School of Health, Telephone: 07 5459 4543, Email: jtaylor6@usc.edu.au.

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