Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy

Work type:Continuing

About the Role

La Trobe University is seeking an outstanding Associate Professor in Occupational Therapy to provide academic leadership and foster excellence in learning, teaching, and research. Recognised nationally or internationally, you will drive curriculum innovation, lead high-impact research, and build strong relationships with industry partners.

The School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport is renowned for its research excellence and strong industry connections. With the construction of a new Clinical Teaching Building and student-led clinic, this is an exciting time to join a team committed to delivering exceptional education and research in health and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, design, and review of curriculum and programmes of study.
• Make a leading/national contribution to the scholarship of learning, teaching, and research.
• Conduct and lead innovative, high-impact research and produce publications and conference papers.
• Attract grant funding to support research.
• Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR), Honours, and postgraduate research projects.
• Mentor and coach junior colleagues to develop their teaching and research capabilities.
• Promote and represent the University and discipline at local, national, and international levels.
• Provide leadership and develop staff capability through performance management and mentoring.

Skills & Experience

• Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing.
• Demonstrated effectiveness and leadership in curriculum development and teaching.
• Record of attracting and successfully supervising honours/research students.
• Evidence of effective contributions to leadership and management at Department, School, or University level.
• Distinguished record of nationally and/or internationally recognised independent research.
• Successful record of external research funding.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build sustainable relationships with industry partners.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in managing and mentoring staff.
• Demonstrated effectiveness and leadership in practice education is highly desirable

Essential Compliance Requirements

• Hold, or be willing to undertake and pass, a Victorian Working With Children Check.
• Hold AHPRA registration.
• Take personal accountability to comply with all University policies, procedures, and legislative or regulatory obligations.

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.
• Join exceptional people, partners, and communities who power our operations with ambition and purpose.
• We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice, providing a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and supported to achieve their full potential.

Learn more about our benefits:

Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
• Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
  
  

Closing date: November 16 by 11:55pm

Enquiries: Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Partner, Strategy and Senior Appointments

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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
• An up to date resume

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 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.