Lecturer in Therapeutics and Pharmacy Practice in Hobart

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work.

We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Inspire and educate the next generation of pharmacists through contemporary, clinically focused teaching
• Build your academic and research profile within a supportive and collaborative health sciences environment
• Part-time (0.8 FTE), ongoing role based in Hobart, offering flexibility, excellent employee benefits and relocation support for the preferred candidate
• About the opportunity

Whether you're an established academic or an experienced pharmacist considering a transition into higher education, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the profession.

Join the University of Tasmania as a Lecturer in Therapeutics and Pharmacy Practice and help educate the next generation of pharmacists while contributing to research that improves health outcomes locally and globally.

This position involves teaching and coordinating a range of units encompassing therapeutics and pharmacy practice primarily within the Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours program.

The ideal candidate will embrace contemporary teaching techniques and technology to enhance both online and face-to-face education, particularly in clinical contexts.

Based in Hobart, this role offers the opportunity to build your academic profile within a collaborative and supportive environment while enjoying the professional and lifestyle benefits of living and working in Tasmania.

What you'll do – Key Outcomes

• Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
• Provide high-quality contemporary online and face-to-face teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate courses with a commitment to continual improvement in the quality of teaching and the student experience.
• Demonstrate a scholarly approach to teaching and curriculum development, aligning with the University's quality framework and delivery standards.
• Undertake and contribute to high-quality research and scholarly activity in therapeutics, pharmacy practice, health professions education or a related field.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community.
• Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience
• Pharmacy practice professional experience, ideally in a range of clinical settings.
• Clinical expertise with contemporary therapeutic knowledge and an ability to contribute to discipline research in the field of therapeutics and pharmacy practice.
• Demonstrated experience in, or capacity to contribute to, high-quality University-level learning and teaching in online, clinical and face-to-face environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team to achieve a common goal and in a manner that aligns with the University's values.
• A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally with the discipline, profession, industry (where relevant) and wider community.

Qualifications and Licences

• A Ph D or equivalent in a relevant field is desirable.

Applicants without a Ph D may be considered where they demonstrate substantial relevant professional, clinical or educational experience.

• Current registration as a Pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board of Australia. Exceptions may be made for individuals who are eligible for registration.
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (or to be obtained).
• Current 'C' class driver's licence or manual vehicle licence
• Occasional intrastate travel between campuses as required to deliver teaching and learning outcomes.
• Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 pro-rata comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 pro-rata to $133,235 pro-rata plus 17% superannuation.

Relocation support may be provided for the preferred candidate.

• Position Description - Lecturer in Therapeutics and Pharmacy Practice (504384). pdf
• Applications close Sunday, 8 November 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.