- Institute of Health and Wellbeing – Mt Helen Campus
- Two x Part-time (0.5), continuing appointments
- Academic Level B or C – $101,061 or $123,384 p.a. (pro-rata) plus up to 17% superannuation
About the role
The Institute of Health and Wellbeing offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in exercise and sports science, nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, public health, speech pathology, work health and safety, and research.
As an integral member of our team, you will contribute to the development and delivery of courses within the paramedicine discipline at undergraduate and graduate levels and contribute to the Institutes research program and administrative functions.
At a Level B you will:
- undertake teaching and assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- undertake research activities;
- supervise students undertaking project courses and honours programs; and
- participate in team projects and various committees as required.
At a Level C you will:
- provide leadership in developing, teaching, coordinating, and moderating courses;
- undertake teaching and assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
- supervise students undertaking project courses, honours programs and research higher degrees; and
- make a significant contribution to research activity within the Institute.
About Federation University
At Federation University, we are driven to make a real difference to the lives of every student, and to the communities we serve.
Across our University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Brisbane, Gippsland, and the Wimmera, we deliver world-class education and facilities. With the largest network of campuses across Victoria, as well as a growing Brisbane base, we are uniquely positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training at Federation TAFE through to higher education.
Federation University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our ambition to be Australia’s leading regional university. Our University and TAFE provide integrated lifelong learning, skills, and impactful research enabling people and communities to prosper locally, regionally, and globally.
We are the number one ranked university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022). Along with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment. This includes:
- Number one in Victoria for Social Equity
- Number one in Victoria for Skills Development (undergraduate)
- Number one in Victoria for Student Support (undergraduate)
- Number one in Victoria for Skills Development (postgraduate)
- Number one in Victoria for Full Time Employment (undergraduate)
About you
At a Level B you will possess:
- current unrestricted registration as a Registered Paramedic with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
- a minimum of three years’ experience as a practicing paramedic, whilst continuing to work as a paramedic for a state-based ambulance service;
- commitment to scholarship and a potential for academic advancement;
- commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching; and
- previous experience in academic administration.
At a Level C you will possess:
- current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);
- a minimum of three years’ experience as a practicing paramedic, whilst continuing to work as a paramedic for a state-based ambulance service;
- capacity supervise honours and research postgraduate students;
- ability to develop and implement a student-centred approach with a focus on student success, including the ability to monitor student success initiatives; and
- hold a demonstrated record of research at a national level.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 28 May 2023.
Applicants are required to submit a resume and suitability statement.
To view the position description, please visit careers.federation.edu.au
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific enquiries.
A workplace for remarkable people
For 150 years we have been reaching out to new communities, steadily building a generation of independent thinkers united in the knowledge that they are greater together.
We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing the best talent in the regions in which we operate. From our academic and research staff to those working in student experience, we are all part of a collaborative culture that inspires the highest levels of excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. We are proud of our SAGE Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation in 2019 for recognising our commitment to advancing the careers of women, trans and gender diverse individuals in STEM disciplines in higher education and research.
At Federation University Australia we value diversity, embrace difference and nurture a connected, safe and respectful community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures, abilities, sexualities and genders. Should you require additional support please email Organisational Development and Diversity.
Find out more about our Aboriginal and Torres Islander Employment Strategy. For support or queries relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment please email Organisational Development and Diversity.
What we offer
We foster a positive culture shaped by our values of inclusion, innovation, excellence, empowerment and collaboration as outlined in Federation’s Living Values Charter.
You will be able to take advantage of our Health Sports and Aquatics Centre in Mt Helen, in addition to benefits such as purchased leave, annualised hours, flexible work options, salary sacrificing options, on-campus childcare (Mt Helen, SMB and Gippsland), discounted private health insurance, affordable parking, wellness programs, professional development programs and many other benefits. For further information visit our LinkedIn Life page or our leave and work-life balance webpage.
For more information on a career with us, please visit our website or let our staff tell you more
Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant.