Lecturer in Paramedicine

The School of Health (SoH) at the University of the Sunshine Coast is dedicated to cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through teaching, research, and outreach efforts. We are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a teaching-focused academic to join UniSC’s established Bachelor of Paramedicine program and play a key role in preparing the next generation of registered paramedics. As a Lecturer in Paramedicine, you will deliver engaging, contemporary teaching across the SC306 program, using your paramedicine expertise to create authentic learning experiences across classroom, simulation, and practical settings. You will support students to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to become successful, job-ready graduates.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality, contemporary teaching across the Bachelor of Paramedicine, creating engaging learning experiences across classroom, simulation, practical, and online environments;
• Develop and enhance curricula, assessment, and learning activities that connect academic learning with contemporary paramedic practice and support students to become confident, job-ready graduates;
• Contribute to high-quality work-integrated learning opportunities, including regional and rural experiences, while building meaningful relationships with industry, professional, and community partners;
• Contribute to scholarship, research, and academic activities within the School of Health, supporting student success and the continued development of the Paramedicine discipline.

About you:

You will be a passionate and student-focused Paramedicine educator with contemporary disciplinary expertise and a genuine commitment to preparing graduates for professional practice. You will bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, an engaging approach to teaching, and the ability to connect academic learning with authentic paramedic practice. You will value collaboration and bring an ability to build productive relationships with colleagues, industry, and professional partners.

You will possess:

• Completion of a relevant degree, postgraduate qualifications as well as registration with the Paramedicine Board of Australia;
• Effectiveness as a teacher, evidenced by student feedback on teaching, peer review, and/or student outcomes;
• Membership of and sound connections with relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or experience in professional practice;
• Strong personal qualities and collegial approaches that contribute to a positive academic environment;
• Evidence of participation in academic development activities and the desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic;
• Willingness to enrol or enrolment in a Higher Degree by Research in a relevant field;
• Experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g., course coordination within a University;
• Experience in clinical placement.

At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences.

For additional support during the application process, please contact us at *************@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.