Senior Lecturer Nursing (murdoch)

Job Description

About The Team

Excellence in teaching, research, and student support is at the heart of everything we do in our School of Nursing team. Established in 2004 and now thriving across two campuses, we’ve built a reputation for innovation and impact, with 10 of our academics earning prestigious awards for teaching and nursing excellence in the past four years.

Rated well above the national average in the QILT surveys and recognised with 5 stars for Student Support in the Good Universities Guide, we offer an inspiring and collaborative environment. Be part of a team shaping the future of nursing through strong clinical partnerships and groundbreaking research.

Your New Role!  

We’re looking for an inspiring and accomplished Senior Lecturer in Nursing to join our dynamic team at the South Street campus. If you’re a Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration, exceptional interpersonal skills and a proven track record of impactful research and high-quality publications, we want to hear from you!

In this pivotal role, you’ll shape the future of nursing education by delivering engaging lectures and tutorials, coordinating programs and mentoring the next generation of nursing professionals. Beyond teaching, you’ll contribute to the school’s vibrant academic community through leadership in research, active participation in professional activities and involvement in key administrative initiatives.

Please refer to the Position DescriptionJOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEW for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $132K – $153K plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 6% increase!

• Flexible work arrangements

• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role

• Indigenous Language Allowance

• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit

• Employee Assistance Program

• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (RN)

• A PhD in an area relevant to appointment

• Experience in teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate level

• Relevant experience and success innovative course and program coordination

• Knowledge of contemporary approaches to curriculum and pedagogy

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Vicki Cope, Dean of Nursing, v.cope@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR103327 as the reference.

Applications Close on 14 February 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.