Lecturer in Nursing

Job no: 503295

Work type: Academic

Location: Bruce

Categories: Education Focused, Nursing and Midwifery

• If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about nursing, this could be your next step.
• UC Level B, Salary Range $113,674 pa - $134,633 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity 12 months +

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the opportunity:

Are you passionate about shaping the future of nursing education? The University of Canberra is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Lecturer in Nursing to join our Faculty of Health. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching, student support, and academic service in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Reporting to the Discipline Lead, Nursing, you will play a key role in delivering and evaluating undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs. With support from senior staff, you'll engage in a wide range of academic activities that foster student success and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate course materials for undergraduate and postgraduate programs
• Prepare and lead lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, and workshops
• Provide pastoral care and academic support to students
• Communicate effectively with staff, including sessional team members
• Conduct marking and assessment activities
• Undertake administrative duties relevant to the position
• Participate in professional activities and contribute to the University community
• Attend School and Faculty meetings and serve on committees as appropriate

Requirements:

• A PhD in Nursing is preferred; candidates currently undertaking doctoral studies are also encouraged to apply
• Unconditional registration with AHPRA as a Nurse in Australia

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your Resume and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.

Submit your Resume We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your Resume with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.

For job specific information: please contact Dr Jo Gibson, Discipline Lead in Nursing on or email

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on or email If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 12 October 2025

Advertised: 01 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time