Associate Professor of Physiotherapy (Academic Program Director)
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Job Location:
Wollongong - Australia
Monthly Salary:
$ 179439 - 192572
Posted on:
13 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Permanent/Continuing full-time appointment
- Level D: $179439 - $% Superannuation
The School of Medical Indigenous and Health Sciences (MIHS) includes disciplines of Exercise Sport and Rehabilitation Sciences Medical Sciences Nutrition Science and Dietetics; and Indigenous Health. The School currently offers externally accredited programs in Dietetics Clinical Exercise Physiology and Exercise Science as well as non-accredited programs in Medical and Health Sciences Pre-Medicine and Nutrition Sciences. The School also offers a Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Trauma and Recovery Practice and a Master of Indigenous Health..
About the role
We are seeking an Associate Professor to lead the establishment and direction of a new Master of Physiotherapy program. This role will be instrumental in designing and delivering a high-quality accredited postgraduate program that prepares graduates for clinical practice and leadership in physiotherapy.
About you
The successful candidate willprovide academic leadership to program staff and students fostering a collegial and high-performing culture across teaching and research activities. You will bring significant expertise in physiotherapy education research and professional engagement actively supporting the Schools broader teaching research and external partnership objectives.
This position also offers an excellent opportunity to develop and maintain a research program that complements physiotherapy and aligns with the Schools existing strengths in exercise science Indigenous health nutrition and medical sciences.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria outlined in the position description.
For further information about this position please contact
- Professor Kelly Newell Head School of Medical Indigenous and Health Sciences onor via email: OR
- Professor Ric Lovell Discipline Lead Exercise Sports Science & Rehabilitation School of Medical Indigenous and Health Sciences onor via email:
Closing date:Sunday 11 January 2026 11:55 PM
This position requires registration or eligibility for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.
The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Nurse Management
- Program Management
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusi ... View more
