Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Medical Laboratory Science

• Join a world-ranked University
• Make your impact in Medical Laboratory Science
• Continuing, full-time position based at our seaside Gold Coast campus

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focussed on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, amazing and dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health is seeking an Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in to contribute to the design and delivery of Haematology and Transfusion Science units within the new Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science.

The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science is the Bachelor of Biomedical Science with an additional forth year to cover advanced coursework and the placement required to meet the course accreditation requirements of the Australian Institute of Medical and Laboratory Scientists (AIMS) and allow SCU graduates with better employment opportunities and prospects.

This position will also contribute to research and/or teaching scholarship of the Faculty of Health and will undertake relevant engagement and service activities to support the Faculty of Health. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Provide a high standard of teaching and learning, educational design and delivery in keeping with University policy, procedure and guidelines.
• Support and enhance the student learning experience by:
  • a learning-centred approach to education delivery;
  • actively engaging in the adoption of existing and emerging learning technology and platforms;
  • providing flexible options across face-to-face, blended and online modes.
• Undertake research activities that align with the research profile of the Faculty.
• Undertake relevant community and professional engagement that supports and enhances the University and Faculty’s profile and priorities.

With two years of professional experience as a medical laboratory scientist in a pathology laboratory with expertise in immunohematology practice, you will bring excellence in in unit/subject coordination and teaching at a tertiary level in Haematology and Transfusion Science.  In addition, you will possess:

• Experience in the development of online educational programs that are engaging, interactive and media-rich.
• An appropriate track record in research or teaching scholarship relative to level and academic profile.

For appointment at Lecturer, Level B, candidates will also possess a PhD in an area relating broadly to biomedical science and human health.

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities.

This position is a full-time, continuing (permanent) position located at our Gold Coast campus. Generous relocation support available.

The full-time base salary for an Associate Lecturer (Academic Level A) ranges from $74,559 - $100,213 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $117,249 per annum.

The full-time base salary for a Lecturer (Academic Level B) ranges from $105,344 - $124,584 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $145,764 per annum.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Name: Associate Professor Chris Stevens, Chair of Human Sciences

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, 5 February 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

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