Lecturer in Physiotherapy (Cardiorespiratory and Acute Hospital Care)
About the role
The School of Health Sciences is committed to improving society and individuals’ lives through excellence in teaching, research and direct engagement in healthcare practices. This mission aligns with UNSW and faculty strategies and offers pragmatic opportunities to impact health and wellbeing in the short and long term. The Lecturer will contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of the Bachelor of Exercise Science/Master of Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology program, with a particular focus on cardiorespiratory and acute hospital physiotherapy. The role involves teaching, curriculum development and student support, while also contributing to clinical practice across diverse populations and neurological and chronic conditions. Working within a collaborative academic environment, the Lecturer will support innovative, evidence‑based teaching, foster an inclusive and engaging learning experience, and contribute to continuous improvement, professional engagement and student success.
Responsibilities
- Deliver teaching in cardiorespiratory and acute hospital physiotherapy
- Develop and update curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Provide student support and mentorship
- Contribute to clinical practice across diverse populations, including neurological and chronic conditions
- Support innovative, evidence‑based teaching practices
- Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment
- Engage in continuous improvement and professional engagement activities
- Promote student success
Requirements
- Hold full rights to work in Australia (visa sponsorship not available)
- Based at UNSW Campus, Kensington
Qualifications
- PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience
- Registration with AHPRA as a physiotherapist in Australia
- Demonstrated clinical experience in cardiorespiratory or acute hospital care
Skills
- Up‑to‑date discipline knowledge and ongoing professional development
- Experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, specifically related to cardiorespiratory or acute hospital care
- Experience using and/or designing educational technologies and online delivery methods
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g., curriculum design and development at various levels and scales)
- Knowledge of industry or experience with work‑integrated learning (desirable)
Benefits
- Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave‑loading payments and salary sacrifice options
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
Pay
$133,000 – $156,000 base salary (prorated for part‑time) plus 17% superannuation and leave loading.
Schedule
Part‑time, 21 hours per week; continuing appointment with a start date in