Professor / Associate Professor and Head of Discipline, Nutrition and Dietetics

Full-time, Continuing Appointment – Professor / Associate Professor and 5-year appointment as Head of Discipline.

About the position:

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Champion academic excellence and growth in Nutrition & Dietetics at Bond University.
• Inspire academic excellence and continue developing a high-performing team.
• Drive program growth, research impact and industry engagement.

Join Australia’s top university for teaching and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items
• Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependants
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool

About the Faculty and Discipline:

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine is committed to developing professionals distinguished by excellence in scientific and clinical practice, leadership, ethics, compassion and humanity. The Faculty offers programs across Biomedical Science, Exercise and Sports Science, Health Sciences, Healthcare Innovations, Medicine, Nutrition and Dietetics, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. The Faculty is recognised for its innovative approaches to health education and research and is home to leading research centres including the internationally recognised Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare.

The Faculty’s facilities support contemporary education, research and clinical practice, and include the Bond University Health and Wellness Clinic, an interdisciplinary allied health clinic providing services to the community while supporting student placements. The Nutrition and Dietetics disciplines is a well-established and collaborative academic community with strengths across education, research and professional practice.

The discipline delivers the Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in Nutrition, and its flagship Master of Nutrition and Dietetics Practice, which is accredited by Dietitians Australia and the US Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. The Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics Practice integrates evidence-based learning with substantial professional practice and research experiences, including 24 weeks of professional practice internships and a 20-week research internship.

The discipline brings together expertise across areas including public health nutrition, sports nutrition and applied nutrition research, and benefits from strong external partnerships and several conjoint appointments that strengthen connections with industry and professional practice.

The Head of Discipline will provide academic leadership education, research and professional engagement, while continuing to build the discipline’s profile partnerships and impact.

About the Position:

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine is seeking an accomplished academic leader to lead its Nutrition and Dietetics discipline. This is an opportunity to provide strategic leadership for an established and highly regarded program, shaping its future direction and ensuring continued excellence in learning and teaching, research, accreditation and industry engagement.

As Head of Discipline, you will work closely with Faculty leadership to drive program quality, student outcomes and sustainable growth. You will lead and mentor a talented academic team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture that supports innovation, professional development and academic excellence across teaching, research and professional practice.

The role offers the opportunity to strengthen the profile and impact of Nutrition and Dietetics through research leadership, strategic partnerships and engagement with industry, healthcare providers, professional bodies and the broader community. As a key member of the Faculty leadership team, you will contribute to the ongoing success and reputation of the discipline and the University. The Head of Discipline role is a five-year appointment that may be renewed by mutual agreement.

About the person:

We are seeking a respected academic leader with a passion for developing people, advancing the discipline and delivering outstanding educational and research outcomes. The ideal applicant will have the following:

• A PhD in Dietetics, Nutrition or a related discipline and current Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status, or eligibility to obtain and maintain APD status.
• Demonstrated success in academic leadership, including developing and mentoring academic staff and fostering a positive, collaborative culture.
• Significant experience leading accredited dietetics programs and driving continuous quality improvement.
• A strong research profile, including high-quality publications, research funding success and national and/or international recognition.
• Expertise in curriculum development, learning and teaching excellence, and contemporary educational practice.
• Experience building productive partnerships with industry, healthcare organisations and professional bodies.
• Demonstrated capability in strategic planning, resource management and contributing to organisational growth and success.

You will bring the credibility, leadership capability and vision to inspire academic excellence, develop future leaders and strengthen the standing and impact of Nutrition and Dietetics at Bond University.

Salary details:

The salary for this position is outlined below and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience.

• Bond University Academic: Professor Australian Public Sector Descriptor: Professor (Level E) Salary (base) - Full-time Equivalent: $221,723.17 per annum
• Bond University Academic: Associate Professor A Australian Public Sector Descriptor: Associate Professor (Level D) Salary (base) - Full-time Equivalent: $189,734.53 per annum

Additional information:

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Descriptions and relevant Selection Criteria. Bond University will be supported in its search for this appointment by the executive search firm, The Insight Group. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration.

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.