Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Nursing na Victoria University BU

About Us: 

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic career in one of the world’s most liveable cities? As the Associate Professor of Nursing and Midwifery, you will provide strategic leadership in teaching, research, and curriculum development within the College of Sport, Health and Engineering. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing and midwifery education at VU, contributing to the growth of research capacity and mentoring academic staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum innovation and unit design across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Provide research leadership aligned with VU’s Research and Impact Plan 2023–2028.
• Supervise Higher Degree Research students and sessional staff.
• Act as Course Chair or Deputy Head of Program when required.
• Foster strong partnerships with clinical, industry, and government stakeholders.

About You

You are a passionate educator and researcher with a commitment to advancing nursing and midwifery practice. You bring a strong academic track record, leadership experience, and a collaborative spirit. This role requires you to be eligible for full registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Australia and meet our work right requirements.

Essential Criteria:

• Registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse/Midwife.
• A doctoral qualification (or substantial progress toward completion) in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated excellence in tertiary teaching and curriculum design.
• A growing research profile with evidence of external funding and impactful publications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
• Awareness of OHS responsibilities and commitment to safe work practices.

Why Join VU?

• Innovative Teaching Model: VU’s award-winning Block Model transforms student learning through focused, immersive study.
• Dual-Sector Excellence: VU is a leader in both higher education and vocational training, offering unique career pathways.
• Global Impact: Ranked among the world’s top universities in sports science, health, engineering, and sustainability.
• Inclusive Culture: We empower students and staff from diverse backgrounds to thrive and succeed.

What We Offer:

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff.

Location

This role is primarily based at our St Albans campus and Sunshine Clinical School, with travel across other VU campuses as required.

How to Apply:

For a copy of the position description, please click here

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration

Application Closing Date: 5pm on Tuesday, 07/10/2025 

Previous applicants including those interviewed before and unsuccessful will probably not be short-listed.

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact: Professor Gina Kruger, Head of Program – Nursing and Midwifery, [email protected]

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you have access requirements or would benefit from adjustments, including with position descriptions, application forms, or require any other document in an accessible format at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected] or call (03) 9919 5999.