About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time or Part-Time (FTE Negotiable)
• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences
• CQUniversity Rockhampton, Mackay or Townsville (Relocation support available)
• Total Remuneration of $243,572 pa (including salary of $205,822 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Join CQUniversity’s School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences, a leader in health education and research committed to improving community wellbeing locally and globally. We deliver innovative programs and foster strong industry partnerships to ensure our graduates and research make a meaningful impact.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished academic to provide strategic leadership in nursing education and research. You will drive innovation in teaching and curriculum development, lead multidisciplinary research teams, and build strong external partnerships to advance the University’s mission.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing education through academic leadership, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of excellence. If you are passionate about influencing the next generation of health professionals and contributing to impactful research, we invite you to join us and make a lasting difference.

Position Requirements

• Hold doctoral qualifications (PhD or equivalent) plus significant experience in the relevant discipline.
• Registered as a Nurse (Division 1) in AHPRA, evidence of meeting NMBA Recency of Practice registration standards.
• Extensive academic, research, and industry experience with strong knowledge of nursing education, and a proven record in innovative teaching and curriculum development.
• Proven academic leadership, demonstrated through building and motivating multidisciplinary teams, managing staff performance, and fostering a culture of high achievement.
• Significant research profile, evidenced by publications in high-quality journals, successful supervision of research higher degree students, and the ability to attract competitive research funding.
• Maintain strong professional networks with government, industry, and the broader community to enhance the School’s reputation and impact.

Position Description

For further information about these positions, please refer to the Position Descriptions on CQUniversity Careers site.

Please create a brief CANDIDATE PROFILE (SIGN UP top right in this page) in CAMPUS RADAR (first two sections required: Personal Details and Current Role), then tap the APPLY NOW button, tap JOB PORTAL and upload the following documents in the university job form:

• A Cover Letter addressing your suitability for the position
• Your current CV/Resume
• Your responses to the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
• Please note that only candidates with working rights in Australia can apply