Associate Professor

Associate Professor (Nursing Clinical Chair)
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Associate Professor (Nursing Clinical Chair)
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Holmesglen Institute
is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.
The Opportunity:
Full-Time | Ongoing contract of employment
$160,000 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading
Moorabbin - onsite parking with close proximity to public transport | Travel to other campuses will be required.
The Faculty of Health Science, Community & Social Studies (HSCSS) at Holmesglen provides a progressive, innovative, and supportive teaching environment with strong professional links and partnerships within the health, science, and community services sector. The faculty has five departments and offers courses from Certificate III through to degree courses in nursing, dental, health, aged care, disability, allied health, science, and a range of community services and justice courses.
The Holmesglen Simulation Centre is also based within the HSCSS faculty. Holmesglen is a recognised leader in the delivery of simulation-based education both locally and internationally. Simulation is an important aspect of course delivery at Holmesglen. The world-class simulation facilities located at Moorabbin and Chadstone campuses are a catalyst for preparing our nursing, health, aged care, disability, dental and community services students for work and has attracted high quality industry partners.
Holmesglen Institute, in partnership with Healthscope, is seeking a Clinical Chair to lead and develop a sustainable nursing research program while promoting educational excellence. In this conjoint role, you will provide academic leadership, develop research strategies, and foster a culture of scholarly inquiry within both institutions.
This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of nursing education, research, and clinical practice through innovative approaches and cutting-edge simulation-based education.
As the Associate Professor, you will:
Lead the development and implementation of nursing research programs at Holmesglen and Healthscope.
Drive educational innovation, including the integration of simulation-based learning.
Oversee the use of simulation facilities, supporting both educational and operational excellence.
Develop and maintain strong research partnerships nationally and internationally.
Secure external research funding, mentor early career researchers, lead curriculum development and foster academic excellence in the faculty.
Engage with key stakeholders to translate research into clinical practice improvements.
To be successful, you'll have:
PhD or equivalent in a relevant area, along with a nursing degree.
Strong leadership skills with extensive experience in the health and education sectors.
Skilled in curriculum development and passionate about driving innovation in education, particularly through simulation-based methodologies.
Excellent communicator with the ability to build effective partnerships with industry, academia, and clinical teams.
Highly organised, with strong strategic planning abilities and the capacity to lead complex initiatives.
WWCC and Police Check:
Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining an 'employee' Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.
Our commitment to you:
At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We've implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated
resume
and a
short cover letter
with responses to the
Key Selection Criteria
. We commit to respond to every applicant.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact
Dr Gabrielle Koutoukidis (Dean of Faculty of Health Science, Community and Social Studies) on
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the
position description
, please click here .
Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Tuesday 16th September 2025.
Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.
If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contactthe People Experience Department at or on and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.
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