Lecturer in Optometry

Position Details Full-Time | Continuing Academic Level B | $115,871 - $137,122 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View

Position Description

About the Role We are seeking a Lecturer in Optometry (Teaching and Research), who will contribute to quality research, along with the planning and delivery of topics within the suite of undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses. The incumbent will develop teaching materials, deliver lectures, tutorials, examinations and placement education. The role will deliver inspiring and innovative teaching that enhances the student experience, fosters student engagement and supports students experiencing academic or other challenges that may impact their progress. The Lecturer will also contribute to the supervision and development of higher degree research students. The role will also be responsible for the planning and delivery of ethical, high quality and innovative research through activities such as quality publication, external grant acquisition, scholarship and presentation that aligns with the College’s areas of research strength. Please refer to the attached position description for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through an ongoing contribution to improved teaching, learning & research outcomes for the university College of Health and Enablement At the College of Health and Enablement, we aim to be an innovator in contemporary education producing a safer and more resilient health and social care workforce. Our mission is to improve lives and empower communities, enabling better health and caring in the world through an exceptional student learning experience. At the College, our research mission is about co-creating new knowledge which promotes wellbeing, and better care and support, to individuals and communities across the lifespan. We work proactively with industry partners and professional bodies leading to more employable and innovative graduates.

About You

• Relevant and extensive contemporary experience in Optometry.
• Hold and maintain a current membership/registration with Optometry Board of Australia & Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• Completion of a PhD, or other relevant and equivalent qualification and/or experience: Evidence of peer-reviewed independent research demonstrated to be of an equivalent standard in the discipline area.
• Evidence of professional standing, reputation and qualifications demonstrated to be of an equivalent standard in the discipline area.
• Completion of a higher degree at master’s level or substantial progress towards a doctoral degree in the discipline area.
• Experience and successful track record in supervision of honours and higher degree students.

Life at Flinders

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide.
• Ninety per cent of Flinders research has been ranked at ‘world standard or above’ by Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
• Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program
• Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services, such as Flinders University’s Researcher Development and Leadership Programs.
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards.
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).
• Recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice
• Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy.
• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre-employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University.
• Flinders University will require a current completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Gender Based Violence Declaration which is satisfactory to the University.
• The contract of Employment is conditional upon the receipt of these completed compliance checks.
• A disclosable outcome will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

Flinders University is committed to providing an environment where staff with disability are valued, supported and encouraged to participate fully and independently in the life of the University.

For more information regarding this position, please contact Professor Chris Barr

Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 14 Sept 2026

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Flinders. Fearless. Flinders University is a globally focused, locally engaged institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research. Students are at the heart of Flinders – we’re focused on supporting their exceptional learning experience and equipping them with the skills to succeed in life beyond study. Our touchstone is that university life is enjoyable and enriching for all students, and our campuses are energising places for our staff.

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