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Senior Lecturer (Nurse Practitioner)

Curtin UniversityPerth, Western Australia, Australia

18 days ago

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144,512- $166,354 (ALC) pro-rata, plus 17% Super (as of 20 June 2025)
Permanent, part-time (0.5 FTE) opportunity
Generous benefits & collaborative work environment | Based at our Bentley campus
144,512- $166,354 (ALC) pro-rata, plus 17% Super (as of 20 June 2025)
Permanent, part-time (0.5 FTE) opportunity
Generous benefits & collaborative work environment | Based at our Bentley campus

Job Reference : 1023407

Bentley, Western Australia | Flexible Work Options Available

Continuing (Permanent) | Part-time 0.5 FTE | $144,512 - $166,354 (ALC, pro-rata) + 17% Super

Be Part of Something New - Shape the Future of Nurse Practitioner Education

Curtin University is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Senior Lecturer (Teaching Academic) to join our highly regarded School of Nursing in a continuing, part-time role (0.5 FTE with flexible days).

This is a pivotal leadership position in the design and accreditation of our Master of Nurse Practitioner program, set to launch in 2027. This is your chance to shape the course from the ground up - laying the foundation for excellence in advanced nursing practice in Australia and beyond.

You won’t be working alone. You will be supported by a strong academic leadership team, including the Deputy Head of School, the Dean of Learning and Teaching, and the Faculty Accreditation Team, who will collaborate closely with you to bring this vision to life.

Why This Role?

Lead a Landmark Initiative : Play a defining role in building a flagship program for advanced practice nursing.

Build from the Ground Up : Take full ownership of curriculum design, accreditation, and delivery strategy.

Flexible Work Days : Enjoy the benefits of part-time employment (0.5 FTE) with flexible days.

Be Supported : Partner with experienced leaders and academic support units to bring your vision to reality.

Impact the Future : Help shape the next generation of Nurse Practitioners through innovation and quality education.

In this role you will :

Lead the curriculum design, development, and accreditation process for the Master of Nurse Practitioner program.

Integrate scholarly research and evidence-based practice into course content and delivery.

Coordinate units and collaborate with colleagues to ensure pedagogical excellence.

Mentor academic staff and contribute to the broader goals of the School of Nursing.

SELECTION CRITERIA

About You

We are looking for a forward-thinking academic with a passion for education, a deep understanding of the nurse practitioner role, and the leadership skills to drive the success of a new program.

Endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.

A doctoral qualification in relevant discipline ( or equivalent accreditation and professional standing ).

Demonstrated high level teaching skills with a reflective approach to teaching delivery.

A strong understanding of pedagogical theory and contemporary educational practice.

Leadership skills with the ability to lead teaching and learning initiatives and provide mentoring to less experienced staff.

A contribution to scholarship in teaching and learning.

Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and unit / course coordination.

An emerging record of peer reviewed publications in high quality journals.

Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal and organisational skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.

Commitment to our university’s values, policies, and ethical practices.

Role Requirements :

As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered . Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Your New Team

The School of Nursing at Curtin University is the longest established school of nursing in the Australian university sector. From the time it opened 50 years ago, the school has been a key part of the University’s drive to be a leader in health sciences education and research. The school delivers undergraduate courses in nursing, oral health therapy and paramedicine; and specialist postgraduate courses in areas ranging from diabetes and critical care to child health and midwifery.

For more information about our School, please visit : https : / / www.curtin.edu.au / about / learning-teaching / health-sciences / curtin-school-of-nursing /

About Curtin University

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https : / / staff.curtin.edu.au / discover-curtin / diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin /

What We Offer You :

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https : / / staff.curtin.edu.au / discover-curtin /

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents :

Updated Resume

Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria for the role.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close : Sunday 13 July 2025

Disclaimer : Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.

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