Company Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Job Description
The School of Nursing and Midwifery is one of the largest of schools within the Heath Group and Griffith University. Our School has a strong international reputation (ranked #5 in the world, 2024 Shanghai ranking), and we are committed to the global development of nursing and midwifery practice, theory and research in positive and visionary ways.
As a Senior Lecturer (Midwifery), you will contribute to teaching, research, and academic leadership within a progressive, values-based team, supporting high-quality midwifery education and impactful research aligned to a woman-centred model of care.
As a Senior Lecturer (Midwifery) you will;
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Teach and convene undergraduate and postgraduate midwifery courses.
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Lead high-quality, impactful research and supervise HDR and Honours students.
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Contribute to curriculum innovation and educational leadership in midwifery.
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Build partnerships to enhance research, learning, and employability outcomes.
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Support a collaborative, student-centred and values-driven academic environment.
This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Logan. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.
Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level C range $143,418 - $165,374 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $167,799 - $193,487 per annum.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role you will;
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Hold unrestricted registration and license to practice as a registered midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (Ahpra).
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Possess a PhD, in midwifery or related area, with evidence of a research track record and demonstratable commitment to teaching excellence, including course coordination and curriculum development.
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Demonstrate a strong track record in curriculum development, course coordination, and teaching excellence.
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Have proven success in attracting competitive research grant funding and a track record of publishing high quality papers.
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Desirable is Ahpra endorsement to prescribe as a registered midwife.
Additional Information
Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
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Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
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Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
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Opportunities for internal mobility
How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
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A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
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Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
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Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Ann Bonner, Head of School at [email protected].
For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].
Closing date: Sunday 2nd August at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.
