Associate Lecturer in Midwifery

Job no: 503409

Work type: Academic

Location: Bruce

Categories: Teaching and Research, Nursing and Midwifery

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:

As an Associate Lecturer in Midwifery, you will play a key role in delivering and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the discipline.

You will work closely with colleagues to create an engaging and inclusive learning experience for our students, while contributing to the scholarly and collegial life of the School and Faculty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, and clinical teaching with the support of senior staff
• Coordinate units and assessments
• Provide student guidance, feedback, and pastoral support
• Collaborate with academic and professional staff to enhance the learning experience
• Participate in School and Faculty meetings and broader University activities

Requirements:

• Current unconditional registration as a Midwife with AHPRA
• A postgraduate qualification in Midwifery

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 CV and a 1-page A4 a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role.

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

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 Noelyn Perriman, Discipline Lead in Midwifery,

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 16 November 2025

Advertised: 17 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time