- Exciting opportunity for an outstanding senior nursing educator who is a leading authority within their discipline to join the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery (Sydney Nursing School)
- Full time continuing position located at Camperdown Campus
- Salary $195,478- $215,352 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The University of Sydney, Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery (Sydney Nursing School) is the school of choice to nurture global citizens in health and wellbeing. We are currently ranked #2 in Australia and #25 globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. As a leader in nursing research and education, Sydney Nursing School produces graduates who possess critical thinking skills, knowledge and values to provide exceptional, culturally safe and person-centred care for individuals and communities locally and globally. We are also home to the Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health.
Our dedicated academic staff are committed to fostering a learning environment that nurtures students to become global citizens in health and wellbeing. We integrate teaching, research, and scholarship with practice and policy development, while fostering engagement with all health professions. Our experienced staff, many of whom work in frontline healthcare services, make a real difference to the healthcare landscape in Australia and internationally. Our students gain practical, hands-on experience in dedicated clinical simulation facilities on the Westmead Campus and in the Susan Wakil Health Building on the Camperdown Campus.
Sydney Nursing School offers a supportive and collegial environment with many opportunities for professional development. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and diverse and we encourage applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and persons with disabilities. Applicants who are willing to embrace our vision and are interested in driving forward our strategy for continuously improving our research impact, student experience, and a respectful, collaborative, culturally safe and person-centred workplace culture are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are seeking a passionate and accomplished, highly talented Education Focused academic
to join our dynamic team as Associate Professor in Nursing . The “Education Focused” category is designed for educators known for their exceptional skills in teaching and curriculum design. Associate Professors within this category are recognised both internationally and within the university for their expertise in educational delivery.
Post holders will have a strategic role in assessing teaching, learning and engagement strategies with the Sydney Nursing School academic team and our partners. This role will have a track record in advancing education research in their specialist area and will take a lead in advancing pedagogical design, delivery and research in the School and Faculty. Experience leading the Indigenisation and decolonisation of curriculum, embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, and/or advancing person-centred approaches to curriculum design will be especially valued. They will join a highly skilled, dynamic diverse team of academic and professional colleagues who are committed to providing the highest quality education and student experience.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- lead the development, implementation and evaluation of innovative nursing curricula that align with the University's strategic priorities and enhance educational excellence
- contribute to inclusive curriculum transformation that strengthens culturally safe, decolonising and person-centred approaches to nursing education, working collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander colleagues, communities, students and other key partners
- provide academic leadership in teaching and learning, driving continuous improvement in educational quality, student outcomes and curriculum design
- shape and influence faculty and university-wide educational strategy, fostering a culture of academic excellence, innovation and collaboration
- mentor and support academic staff and students, contributing to leadership development, scholarly engagement and an inclusive learning environment
- champion evidence-based pedagogical innovation and best practice in higher education, influencing educational policy and advancing teaching excellence
- maintain a sustained record of excellence in teaching, curriculum leadership and educational scholarship within the nursing discipline
- undertake and lead high-quality research, including research focused on nursing education and teaching practice, resulting in impactful scholarly outputs
- secure competitive funding to support educational innovation, research initiatives and strategic academic projects
- represent the University nationally and internationally through professional engagement, academic leadership, scholarly collaborations and conference participation
- drive initiatives that enhance student experience, graduate outcomes and the University's reputation as a leader in nursing education
- contribute to senior academic leadership, strategic planning and decision-making to support the ongoing growth and success of the School and Faculty
- build and maintain strong partnerships with healthcare, industry, professional and academic stakeholders to advance nursing education and workforce development.
About you
The successful candidate must have:
- PhD in Nursing or relevant health related or education related area
- AHPRA registration as a registered nurse, or eligibility to be registered within Australia
- Fellow or Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (or equivalent recognition)
- significant experience in people leadership and management within the higher education sector, including demonstrated excellence in supervising and/or mentoring others to success
- a significant track record in education research, education scholarship and demonstrable evidence of impact on education theory and practice
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the key strategic issues in the higher education sector
- a developing network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders
The following experience will be highly regarded:
- demonstrated experience embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges and perspectives through culturally safe and respectful partnership
- demonstrated experience designing, implementing and evaluating person-centred curricula in nursing, health or higher education
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion .
How to apply
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Sunday 09 August 2026 11:59 PM
