Senior Lecturer, Physiotherapy

Job No.:569711

Work type:Continuing

• Full-time, Continuing position
• La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) campus location
• Level C Teaching & Research

About the position

This role supports the delivery and leadership of teaching and research within the Physiotherapy discipline.

The School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport offers a range of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to prepare students for success in dynamic and evolving workplaces. The School includes four Departments and ten disciplines across La Trobe's multi-campus network and is well known for its research excellence, practical impact, and strong partnerships with industry.

La Trobe University is a recognised leader in health and wellbeing education and research in Australia. As part of its ongoing commitment to excellence, La Trobe is building a new Clinical Teaching Building and student-led clinic, providing state-of-the-art facilities to enhance physiotherapy education and create an exceptional experience for both students and staff.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• PhD degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in curriculum development and teaching with a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide leadership at course/program/research group or similar level.
• Demonstrated record of achievement as a leading academic and/or practitioner with a reputation for skills, knowledge and expertise at a state/national level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Position Description:

 PD-Level-C-Teaching-and-Research FT Oct

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Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe. 

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How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm, Tuesday the 9th of December, 2025

Position Enquiries:    Andrew Hahne, Professor Physiotherapy

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Recruitment Enquiries:  Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant

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Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position; and
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing the key selection criteria is located in the PD under "Essential Criteria: Skills and knowledge required for the position."

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you'll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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