Professor or Associate Professor in Occupational Therapy

• An exciting opportunity to join a world-class university ranked number three in the field of allied health
   
• Make a significant contribution to teaching and research in a collaborative and supportive team environment

• 5-year fixed-term position on a full-time basis with the possibility for renewal and an attractive remuneration package

About the opportunity 

The Faculty of Medicine and Health, the largest division of the university, is dedicated to attracting and developing the brightest minds in health education and research to make and shape the future of health. Schools include Health Sciences, Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical Sciences and Public Health. We have close to 13,000 students, and our teaching and research activities are supported by over 2,200 academic and professional staff and over 3,800 affiliated academics.

The Sydney School of Health Sciences is the largest in the Faculty of Medicine and Health. We aim to graduate outstanding health professionals who will be innovative leaders, bringing the creative and collaborative change needed to improve health outcomes for all. Accredited professional entry-level courses include occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, medical imaging sciences, exercise physiology and sports sciences. Our strategic direction is to build on existing success as a national and international leader in health science education and research to transform health systems and services with solution focused, evidence-based approaches to improve health and quality of life.

The Discipline of Occupational Therapy comprises emerging and established academics who teach entry-level courses in occupational therapy at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Graduates are eligible for registration as occupational therapists in Australia and programs are accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council of Australia and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. In addition, the discipline developed and leads the interdisciplinary major in Disability and Participation which is offered to across the university and is the first of its kind in Australia. Academics within the Discipline of Occupational Therapy are engaged in profession-focused and interdisciplinary research in disability, communicable and non-communicable disease, healthy and inclusive communities, child and family wellbeing, mental health, professional and interprofessional education.

We are seeking to appoint a distinguished senior academic as Professor or Associate Professor in Occupational Therapy to join our multi-disciplinary team in a teaching and research role. The position requires a highly motivated academic whose responsibility will include strategic leadership in research and scholarship, teaching, academic administration and community engagement. The successful applicant will be expected to build research capacity and productivity within the Discipline, build a collaborative team of research students and Post-Doctoral staff.

The successful candidate will be involved in teaching, research and engagement activities consistent with Faculty of Medicine and Health baseline and aspirational performance descriptors for their Level of appointment.  As an appointment in the Discipline, you will contribute to advancing the academic and professional reputation, visibility and impact of occupational therapy in health and human services. This position offers the opportunity to be involved in interdisciplinary research within the school and faculty, across the University, and with our national and international partners.

About you (skills, capabilities and experience)

The successful candidate will have a background in occupational therapy and be a leader and influencer in their specialist area of practice. Preference will be given to candidates with outstanding achievement in research leadership including a track-record of externally funded research, development of inclusive research teams, successful outcomes for higher-degree research graduates, superior research metrics by field and evidence of contribution to the development of evidence-informed policy/practice and education in occupational therapy or aligned enquiry.

The successful candidate will be a leading authority within their area of expertise and have an international reputation for excellence. You will be expected to maintain your reputation by actively contributing to research and scholarship, academic debate, policy development and innovation within the University and the broader community. You must hold a PhD in a field relevant to occupational therapy from a recognised tertiary institution.  You should be eligible for registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Term and remuneration

The successful candidate will be offered a 5-year fixed-term position on a full-time basis, with the possibility for renewal subject to assessment of performance. The appointment is also subject to completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees

The selected candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Relocation assistance will also be provided if required.

How to apply

Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via the link above. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details.

Candidate Information Brochure - Occupational Therapy

If you are a current employee of the University and would like to submit an application, please login into your Workday account. Navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard once logged into Workday and click on the USYD Find Jobs report to apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact: Dr Mushtaq Sobhan (Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources) on +61 433 556 642 or by email [email protected]

Other

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

As this position is located on a NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work while at a NSW Health site. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working With Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

© The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Applications Close

Sunday 13 March 2022 11:59 PM

• An exciting opportunity to join a world-class university ranked number three in the field of allied health
   
• Make a significant contribution to teaching and research in a collaborative and supportive team environment

• 5-year fixed-term position on a full-time basis with the possibility for renewal and an attractive remuneration package

About the opportunity 

The Faculty of Medicine and Health, the largest division of the university, is dedicated to attracting and developing the brightest minds in health education and research to make and shape the future of health. Schools include Health Sciences, Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical Sciences and Public Health. We have close to 13,000 students, and our teaching and research activities are supported by over 2,200 academic and professional staff and over 3,800 affiliated academics.

The Sydney School of Health Sciences is the largest in the Faculty of Medicine and Health. We aim to graduate outstanding health professionals who will be innovative leaders, bringing the creative and collaborative change needed to improve health outcomes for all. Accredited professional entry-level courses include occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, medical imaging sciences, exercise physiology and sports sciences. Our strategic direction is to build on existing success as a national and international leader in health science education and research to transform health systems and services with solution focused, evidence-based approaches to improve health and quality of life.

The Discipline of Occupational Therapy comprises emerging and established academics who teach entry-level courses in occupational therapy at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Graduates are eligible for registration as occupational therapists in Australia and programs are accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council of Australia and the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. In addition, the discipline developed and leads the interdisciplinary major in Disability and Participation which is offered to across the university and is the first of its kind in Australia. Academics within the Discipline of Occupational Therapy are engaged in profession-focused and interdisciplinary research in disability, communicable and non-communicable disease, healthy and inclusive communities, child and family wellbeing, mental health, professional and interprofessional education.

We are seeking to appoint a distinguished senior academic as Professor or Associate Professor in Occupational Therapy to join our multi-disciplinary team in a teaching and research role. The position requires a highly motivated academic whose responsibility will include strategic leadership in research and scholarship, teaching, academic administration and community engagement. The successful applicant will be expected to build research capacity and productivity within the Discipline, build a collaborative team of research students and Post-Doctoral staff.

The successful candidate will be involved in teaching, research and engagement activities consistent with Faculty of Medicine and Health baseline and aspirational performance descriptors for their Level of appointment.  As an appointment in the Discipline, you will contribute to advancing the academic and professional reputation, visibility and impact of occupational therapy in health and human services. This position offers the opportunity to be involved in interdisciplinary research within the school and faculty, across the University, and with our national and international partners.

About you (skills, capabilities and experience)

The successful candidate will have a background in occupational therapy and be a leader and influencer in their specialist area of practice. Preference will be given to candidates with outstanding achievement in research leadership including a track-record of externally funded research, development of inclusive research teams, successful outcomes for higher-degree research graduates, superior research metrics by field and evidence of contribution to the development of evidence-informed policy/practice and education in occupational therapy or aligned enquiry.

The successful candidate will be a leading authority within their area of expertise and have an international reputation for excellence. You will be expected to maintain your reputation by actively contributing to research and scholarship, academic debate, policy development and innovation within the University and the broader community. You must hold a PhD in a field relevant to occupational therapy from a recognised tertiary institution.  You should be eligible for registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Term and remuneration

The successful candidate will be offered a 5-year fixed-term position on a full-time basis, with the possibility for renewal subject to assessment of performance. The appointment is also subject to completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees

The selected candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Relocation assistance will also be provided if required.

How to apply

Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via the link above. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details.

Candidate Information Brochure - Occupational Therapy

If you are a current employee of the University and would like to submit an application, please login into your Workday account. Navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard once logged into Workday and click on the USYD Find Jobs report to apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact: Dr Mushtaq Sobhan (Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources) on +61 433 556 642 or by email [email protected]

Other

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

As this position is located on a NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work while at a NSW Health site. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working With Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

© The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Applications Close

Sunday 13 March 2022 11:59 PM