At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead urgent care education and research, shaping future healthcare practices.
- Company: University of the Sunshine Coast, a vibrant and inclusive academic community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, professional development, and generous leave.
- Other info: Join a supportive culture committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in health education and mentor the next generation of leaders.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in education, curriculum innovation, and national discipline contribution.
The predicted salary is between 192092 - 192092 $ per year.
University of the Sunshine Coast – Sippy Downs QLD
School of Health, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
Level D, $174,423 - $192,092 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Full-time or Part-time, ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health!
Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.
As Associate Professor in Urgent Care, you will provide academic leadership across the Graduate Certificate in Urgent Care and emerging microcredential offerings. Reporting to the Discipline Lead, Paramedicine, you will lead curriculum innovation, ensuring programs reflect contemporary clinical practice, regulatory standards, and the future direction of healthcare delivery. This is an opportunity to influence how urgent care is taught, practiced, and researched. You will shape learning experiences that are practical, evidence-driven, and outcomes-focused, while also contributing to a strong research culture and mentoring the next generation of academic talent.
You will:
- Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of postgraduate urgent care programs, ensuring contemporary, practice-ready learning;
- Drive a visible research agenda, securing funding and delivering outcomes that influence urgent care practice and policy;
- Mentor and develop academic staff, strengthening teaching excellence and research capability across the discipline;
- Build strategic partnerships and contribute to academic governance, enhancing program quality, relevance and impact within the School.
About you:
You are an established academic leader with national standing in your discipline and a passion for shaping the future of urgent care education. You combine scholarly rigour with practical insight, and you thrive in environments where you can influence, mentor, and build. You bring a collaborative mindset, strong industry engagement, and a clear vision for how education and research can improve healthcare delivery and outcomes.
You will possess:
- Demonstrated leadership in learning and teaching, including curriculum innovation and student success outcomes;
- Experience mentoring academic staff and building research and teaching capability;
- Evidence of meaningful contribution to your discipline at a national level;
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships across healthcare, industry, and community sectors;
- Extensive experience in academic governance and university-level administration;
- A commitment to inclusive, culturally safe, and student-centred education;
- Postgraduate qualifications in higher education and formal recognition for excellence in research and/or teaching (desirable).
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. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context.
For additional support during the application process, please contact us at *************@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 8 November 2026.
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Associate Professor Nigel Barr
Discipline Lead, Paramedicine
Phone: 07 5456 5***
Email: *****@usc.edu.au
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Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart. Modern teaching & research facilities. Professional development and career pathway opportunities. We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative. Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options. Salary packing options + 17% Super. EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
Associate Professor in Urgent Care in Sunshine Coast employer: University of the Sunshine Coast
The University of the Sunshine Coast is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritises professional growth and development. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovative research, employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions while enjoying modern facilities and comprehensive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive culture. Located in the beautiful Sunshine Coast, UniSC fosters collaboration and values diversity, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals looking to thrive in their careers.
Contact Details:
University of the Sunshine Coast Recruitment Team
