The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
You will lead and deliver engaging, evidence-informed teaching in our accredited Master of Speech Pathology programme . You will coordinate subjects, supervise research students, and contribute to a growing programme of impactful speech pathology research.
You will strengthen your academic career within a supportive, clinically connected department in the heart of Melbourne.
Design and teach engaging lectures, tutorials, practical classes grounded in current, evidence-informed speech pathology practice.
You may be a great fit if you:
Bring proven experience designing, delivering and assessing high-quality learning across lectures, tutorials, practical classes and online environments.
Contribute effectively to academic administration, including subject coordination, examinations, accreditation documentation and broader course development activities.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Your new team
The Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology sits within the Melbourne School of Health Sciences. The team unites clinicians, educators and researchers to deliver accredited, evidence-informed programmes in speech pathology and audiology.
Together, staff prepare graduates to address complex communication and swallowing needs across diverse populations and service settings. Working in modern Swanston Street facilities, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues, health services and community partners. The department values innovation, collegiality and impact, actively supporting academic growth and contributions to health and wellbeing.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation . The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin , our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via [email protected]
Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.
Applications close: Sunday, 4 October 2026, at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
PD_JR-012584 Lecturer in Speech Pathology.pdf
PD_JR-012584 Lecturer in Speech Pathology.docx
