Senior Lecturer - Public Health

CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The aim of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment and Career Development Strategy is to address the under-representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across all CQUniversity campuses.  The filling of this position is intended to constitute an equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and/ s 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).  This position is therefore only open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

• Continuing, Full Time
• School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
• CQUniversity Melbourne
• Total Remuneration $153,950 pa to $176,446 pa (including salary of $130,090 pa to $149,117 pa 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.

With a genuine focus on diversity, CQUniversity is one of the only dual-sector universities offering extensive prospects in teaching.  Our School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences offers a wide range of in-demand qualifications within a cooperative and research-led environment. 

We have an opportunity available within our School to join our dynamic team as a Senior Lecturer in Public Health. You will predominantly contribute to the teaching efforts of the School while also engaging in activities to enhance and advance your scholarly and/or professional pursuits related to the field. You will be responsible for delivering assigned teaching responsibilities both on and off campus, ensuring effective planning, preparation, presentation, and assessment, all aimed at helping students successfully meet the objectives of their units and courses across a range of areas in Public Health. You will have a strong connection with the Jawun Research Centre in community led research projects focusing on Indigenous health and wellbeing.

If you are an exceptional educator with a commitment to advancing knowledge and inspiring students, we invite you to apply and be part of our vibrant academic community.

• Completed PhD in relevant discipline or equivalent accreditation or standing.
• Thorough understanding of social determinants of health within a public health context.
• Proven ability to teach and supervise postgraduate University students with experience engaging with tertiary students and supporting their educational development through multi-modal delivery strategies.
• Proven experience in and understanding of Indigenous public health issues including a community-based approach, systems thinking and/or emergency and disaster management within a public health context.
• Demonstrated capacity to engage and network effectively with industry and community partners and stakeholders.

For further information about this position, please refer to the position description .

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Saturday 30 March 2024.

Job Requisition ID: 4244

Contact Details: 

Rebecca Fanany

0396160405

[email protected]

When submitting your application, please include:

Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.