Lecturer in Occupational Therapy

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you. A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career.

Your opportunity Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Occupational Therapy to support the delivery of our new Master of Occupational Therapy program. In this role, you’ll contribute to high-quality teaching and student support, helping prepare future occupational therapists for meaningful, job-ready careers. Whether you are an early-career academic building your teaching profile or an experienced educator looking to deepen your impact, you’ll be supported to grow, collaborate and thrive. You will join an established team of occupational therapy academics and may also teach within our Bachelor program.

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering high-quality, engaging teaching across the occupational therapy program
• Developing, reviewing and implementing curriculum that meets accreditation standards and supports student success
• Supporting work integrated learning and coordinating with industry partners to ensure meaningful learning experiences
• Contributing to research and scholarship that enhances the Faculty’s profile and informs best practice

What you will bring You’re a passionate occupational therapist who enjoys supporting student growth and success. You enjoy applying contemporary teaching practices, collaborating with colleagues, and shaping learning experiences that prepare students for real-world practice. To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A PhD or show significant progress toward completing the same, along with academic and/or clinical experience.
• Registration or be eligible for registration as an Occupational Therapist in Australia through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), with no conditions that would limit the capacity to fulfil the requirements of the position.
• Experience in the use of contemporary educational technologies and teaching in blended and online environments across a range of practice settings and populations
• Proficiency in designing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and resources to improve student learning effectiveness
• An emerging track record in scholarship and research as evidenced by relevant peer-reviewed publications and publications/research plan, or other comparable scholarly achievements
• A commitment to culturally responsive practice

Why Southern Cross University SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities.

Your opportunity is:

• Part-time (50%), continuing (permanent)
• Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225.
• Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.
• ACAD Level B.
• The base salary ranges from $114,482 - $135,392 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $158,409.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University? Be more with Southern Cross University today.

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate.