Senior Lecturer (Level C) in Midwifery

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is one of the largest of schools within the Heath Group and Griffith University. Our School has a strong international reputation (ranked #5 in the world 2024 Shanghai ranking) and we are committed to the global development of nursing and midwifery practice theory and research in positive and visionary ways.

As a Senior Lecturer (Midwifery) you will contribute to teaching research and academic leadership within a progressive values-based team supporting high-quality midwifery education and impactful research aligned to a woman-centred model of care.

As a Senior Lecturer (Midwifery) you will;

• Teach and convene undergraduate and postgraduate midwifery courses.
• Lead high-quality impactful research and supervise HDR and Honours students.
• Contribute to curriculum innovation and educational leadership in midwifery.
• Build partnerships to enhance research learning and employability outcomes.
• Support a collaborative student-centred and values-driven academic environment.

This is a continuing full time position primarily based at Griffith University Logan. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level C range $143418 - $165374 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $167799 - $193487 per annum.

Qualifications :

To be successful in this role you will;

• Hold unrestricted registration and license to practice as a registered midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (Ahpra).
• Possess a PhD in midwifery or related area with evidence of a research track record and demonstratable commitment to teaching excellence including course coordination and curriculum development.
• Demonstrate a strong track record in curriculum development course coordination and teaching excellence.
• Have proven success in attracting competitive research grant funding and a track record of publishing high quality papers.
• Desirable is Ahpra endorsement to prescribe as a registered midwife.

Additional Information :

Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Opportunities for internal mobility

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role please contact Professor Ann Bonner Head of School at .

For application and recruitment advice please contact Maria Mahon Talent Acquisition Partner at .          

Closing date: Sunday 2nd August at 11:59pm AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time