Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

PRIMARY DETAILExciting opportunity for a Teaching & Leadership academic to develop and contribute to innovative and impactful teaching in nursing• Salary Package: Level B from $123,435 to $146,044 p.a. or Level C from $150,714 to $173,323 p.a. plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading• Appointment Type: full-time, continuing position• Located at Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde)This position is being advertised in the first instance to casual academic staff who have worked at the University in the current or previous academic year, in accordance with clause 13 of the Macquarie University Academic Staff Enterprise Agreement 2023. Appointments to positions advertised under this clause will be subject to a competitive, merit-based selection process.The RoleThe Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS) is seeking a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer Nursing Academic for appointment to the Teaching and Leadership academic job family to support the development of the academic nursing program including the design, development, implementation and accreditation of a new Master of Nursing as a pre-registration qualification.Working in close collaboration with the University's academic health sciences centre, Macquarie University Health you will also contribute to interprofessional health education, nursing professional practice development, leadership and research, across Macquarie University Health.  The position will be located within the School of Health Sciences and Nursing, and will report to the Head of School.The Macquarie University Academic Job Family Framework recognises and rewards the breadth of academic work. The Teaching & Leadership Academic is a specialist teaching and leadership role for academic staff who demonstrate excellence in teaching and leadership. As a specialist role, Teaching & Leadership Academic staff dedicate their workload contribution to Teaching, Teaching Leadership, and Service. Graduate research degree supervision may also form a part of teaching-related activities in this job family.About UsThe Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS)at Macquarie University fosters a values-based culture of innovation and creativity to achieve excellence in teaching and to enhance the research performance of the University. We invest in developing the careers and wellbeing of our students and staff and expect all our leaders to live our values of Caring, Integrity, Teamwork, Ambition, Innovation, and Empowerment.The Faculty is home to the University's cross-disciplinary activities in the broad area of health and human sciences and practice and is a core part of Australia's first fully integrated university-led academic health service, Macquarie University Health. With a purpose of Heal. Learn. Discover., Macquarie University Health seeks to harness the power of collaboration to deliver person-centred clinical care, learning and research. The Faculty comprises six academic units, the Macquarie Medical School, the School of Psychological Sciences, the Department of Chiropractic, the School of Health Sciences & Nursing, the Department of Linguistics, and the Australian Institute of Health Innovation.Health education courses led from the Faculty include the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Physiotherapy, Master of Chiropractic, Master of Clinical Audiology, Master of Public Health, Master of Speech and Language Pathology, Master degrees in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Organisational Psychology and Professional Psychology, and Bachelor degrees in Clinical Science, Exercise and Sports Science, Psychology, and Speech and Hearing Sciences.Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we've grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.About YouThe successful applicant will be actively engaged as an experienced nurse academic with demonstrated experience in teaching, unit design and development. You will also have experience with, or a willingness to embrace, educational technology, blended learning and educational innovation. In addition, ideally you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the integration between research/practice and quality teaching, and how this integration can enhance student engagement.How To ApplyTo be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your cv and a separate (2-page maximum) cover letter that demonstrates, point-by-point, how you meet the following selection criteria. Applications must be submitted online via your Workday employee account to be considered.Selection CriteriaEssentialCurrent registration with AHPRA as a Registered NurseA Master's qualification in Nursing or Education and/or a PhD in a related field. Candidates without a PhD must either be actively working towards one in a related field or demonstrate equivalent clinical and/or educational experience.Demonstrated academic knowledge and experience to deliver high-quality learning and teaching in academic nursing, including the design, delivery, and management of online content, lectures, tutorials, and assessments.Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to relate to staff and students from all backgrounds, work effectively in a team environment, and to represent the faculty to external stakeholders and the general public.Demonstrated success in the academic leadership in the delivery/development of units and/or courses using innovative approaches, including evidence of positive outcomes (Level C).Experience with research student supervision (Level C).DesirableDemonstrated engagement and contribution to nursing practice through industry partnerships, consulting, advocacy, education, or research development.Experience in mental health or primary healthcare.A well-articulated research agenda and a track record of publications in high-quality journals (Level C).Specific role requirementsThis position requires criminal record and qualifications checking and employment in this position is also conditional upon holding a Working with Children Check Clearance.This position requires you to comply with occupational screening, assessment and vaccinations in line with Macquarie University health requirements and requires a current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for NSW. Specific Role Enquiries: Professor Penny Sweeting, General Enquiries: A/Prof Louise Koelmeyer, Submission of Applications Open until: Friday 21 November 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, , MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.Applications Close:21/11/2025 11:59 PM​A Place Where You BelongAt Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Flexible WorkAt Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. 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