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- Inspire future healthcare professionals while advancing excellence in teaching and learning
- Join a collaborative academic team driving innovation in paramedicine education and community impact
- Full time, ongoing role based in Sydney
About the opportunity
As the Lecturer in Paramedicine you will work as a key contributor within University of Tasmania Health, playing a critical role in advancing the University of Tasmania’s mission through innovative education in healthcare.
In this position, your primary focus will be to develop and deliver high-quality teaching in Paramedicine courses, integrating contemporary research findings into curriculum development to address the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. This role enables you to influence the future of healthcare education and practices, aligning with the University's strategic goals of improving health and social outcomes on a local and global scale.
What you’ll do:
- Deliver exceptional teaching experiences, utilising innovative methods and technologies to engage students in both online and face-to-face settings.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Paramedicine curriculum, ensuring it remains current, comprehensive, and aligned with academic standards.
- Actively participate in community engagement initiatives, fostering relationships between the university, the industry, and wider community stakeholders.
- Pursue opportunities for professional growth and contribute to the academic community within the university, enhancing the reputation of the School of Paramedicine and Public Safety.
What we’re looking for:
- Significant clinical paramedic experience.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development in a tertiary or clinical setting.
- Engagement in research activities that inform and enhance teaching practices.
- Postgraduate qualifications in education and advanced clinical practice.
- Registration as a Paramedic or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
- To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the Roles Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience.
- For further information about this position, please contact Belinda Flanagan, Dean Rozelle Precinct and Head of School, Paramedicine and Public Safety, [email protected]
- Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Applications close Thursday, 16 July 2026, 11.55pm
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.
To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
