Senior Lecturer - Midwifery

18h18 hours ago

The University of Notre Dame Australia

Fremantle, AU · Full-time · A$137,639 – A$160,000

About this role

This is a leadership role within the School of Nursing and Midwifery at The University of Notre Dame Australia, based on the Fremantle Campus. The position offers a full-time, continuing contract and the chance to shape the next generation of midwifery professionals.

Day-to-day, you will deliver high-quality teaching across tutorials, practical classes, workshops, and clinical settings. You will also develop and review curriculum, coordinate courses, and supervise Honours and postgraduate research students.

You will join a friendly and collaborative work environment that values scholarly excellence and student success. The School is part of a national Catholic university serving over 12,000 students, with a strong focus on personalised learning and holistic education.

This role provides rewarding opportunities for career development and professional growth. You will contribute to academic governance, research projects, and strategic planning initiatives at the School and Faculty levels.

Requirements

Postgraduate qualifications in Nursing, Midwifery or area of speciality.
Current registration with AHPRA with no notations and/or restrictions.
Minimum 5 years post registration in healthcare education, clinical coordinator or related field.
Proven experience in the preceptorship/mentorship and supervision of nursing students/junior staff within a clinical setting.
Expert knowledge of healthcare industry regulations, accreditation standards for nursing and midwifery education programs and clinical placement best practices.
Sound knowledge of registered nurse practice standards, nursing education principles, clinical teaching methods, and student assessment techniques.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Deliver high quality teaching across tutorials, practical classes, workshops, clinical, studio, and field-based settings.
Develop, review, and enhance curriculum and course materials.
Coordinate courses and units to ensure effective delivery and student success.
Prepare and deliver lectures, seminars, and other learning activities.
Supervise Honours and postgraduate research and coursework students.
Conduct and contribute to research, including leading research projects and teams where appropriate.
Provide academic advice, support, and consultation to students.
Contribute to academic administration, governance, and quality assurance activities.