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Lecturer - Physiotherapy (Parental Leave)
Posted on March 19, 2026
- Perth, Australia
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Part Time
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- Competitive remuneration + 17% super contributions
- Fixed term (1-year contract), part-time (0.5 FTE, 2.5 days per week)
- On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities
Job Reference: 1485738
About the role:
Are you a Physiotherapist with significant clinical experience and experience teaching or supervising students?
Curtin University School of Allied Health invites applications for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as Lecturer (Teaching Academic or Teaching & Research) in Physiotherapy. This is a part-time (0.5 FTE, 2.5 days per week) fixed-term 1-year contract position, tailored for an individual who excels in their field. While we will consider applicants from different clinical backgrounds, experience in cardiopulmonary care is highly desirable.
The role involves coordinating units, contributing to developing materials/designing curricula, teaching and supervising students at various levels and supporting clinical placements. The ideal candidate should have significant relevant clinical experience (preferably in cardiopulmonary or acute care), have engaged in clinical supervision and/ or university teaching and may have experience in scholarship of learning and teaching or research expertise. They must also demonstrate experience building relationships with industry and the community. Desired capabilities also include supporting diverse students from various backgrounds and age groups.
Selection Criteria
Who we are looking for:
If you would like to be considered for a Teaching & Research position, please ensure that you also add the following criteria in addition to the above:
*If you do not hold a PhD qualification, please outline your equivalence in your cover letter with reference to the following document: https://tinyurl.com/3r6yfaz4. Please note that if your qualifications or experience look different from what we've described above, but you feel your skills and potential are a match to the capabilities we need, please apply. We are looking for diversity in experience.
Role Requirements:
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:
This Fixed-Term ALB level role attracts a remuneration of $118,308 - $140,147 + 17% superannuation.
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/
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If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:
Applications close: 8.30 pm (AWST), Wednesday, 1st April 2026.
Late applications or applications received via email 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.
About the role:
Are you a Physiotherapist with significant clinical experience and experience teaching or supervising students?
Curtin University School of Allied Health invites applications for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as Lecturer (Teaching Academic or Teaching & Research) in Physiotherapy. This is a part-time (0.5 FTE, 2.5 days per week) fixed-term 1-year contract position, tailored for an individual who excels in their field. While we will consider applicants from different clinical backgrounds, experience in cardiopulmonary care is highly desirable.
The role involves coordinating units, contributing to developing materials/designing curricula, teaching and supervising students at various levels and supporting clinical placements. The ideal candidate should have significant relevant clinical experience (preferably in cardiopulmonary or acute care), have engaged in clinical supervision and/ or university teaching and may have experience in scholarship of learning and teaching or research expertise. They must also demonstrate experience building relationships with industry and the community. Desired capabilities also include supporting diverse students from various backgrounds and age groups.
Selection Criteria
Who we are looking for:
- Education: A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline (or equivalence and professional standing for a Teaching Academic role at Level B – please see below).
- Teaching Skills: Demonstrated high level teaching skill and a reflective approach to teaching delivery; significant clinical experience in chosen field.
- Pedagogical Knowledge: An understanding of pedagogical theory and contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline and a record of contribution to scholarship in teaching or capacity to engage in this.
- Unit Coordination: Demonstrated experience or capacity to undertake a unit coordination role.
- Communication: Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal 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.
- Policy Commitment: Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.
- An established record of research outputs/creative works in high-quality refereed academic journals/outlets consistent with the discipline.
- A history of successful competitive grant applications
Role Requirements:
- As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
- Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.
- Applicants must currently registered with AHPRA.
- Part-time (0.5 FTE), 2.5 days per week.
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:
This Fixed-Term ALB level role attracts a remuneration of $118,308 - $140,147 + 17% superannuation.
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 outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above)
Applications close: 8.30 pm (AWST), Wednesday, 1st April 2026.
Late applications or applications received via email 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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