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About the Opportunity

As part of the Allied Health Expansion Program in the School of Health Sciences at the University of Tasmania, we are looking to appoint a Lecturer, and a Senior Lecturer or an Associate Professor in Speech Pathology, to teach into our Masters of Speech Pathology Program and interprofessional units.

We are looking for team-oriented and innovative staff members who are committed to creating and delivering engaging learning experiences that prepare our graduates for the workforce.

Our priorities for these positions are [1] paediatric speech, language and communication, and [2] coordination of professional experience placement.

Lecturer in Speech Pathology: In this role, you will teach into our exciting integrated curriculum, leading and delivering speech pathology and interprofessional learning activities. You will contribute to the clinical speech pathology opportunities within the University’s health training sites. While the position includes a research portfolio, the main emphasis will be on teaching and clinical practice.

Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Speech Pathology: Your primary focus will be providing high-quality education in Speech Pathology, ensuring students receive comprehensive and up-to-date training. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to lead and participate in interprofessional learning activities, contribute to the clinical speech pathology opportunities within the University’s health training sites, and foster and maintain relevant relationships with external partners to enhance the University’s impact and reach. Additionally, you will incorporate a research portfolio, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in your field.

What’s Required

• Clinical expertise with recency or currency in speech pathology practice.
• Demonstrated achievement in University level curriculum development using flexible and innovative blended learning & teaching andragogy employing practical demonstration, simulation-based education, and digital technologies.
• Evident or demonstrated experience delivering high quality coursework learning & teaching including unit coordination, quality assurance reviews, and best practice assessment targeted to course learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating quality work-integrated learning (WIL) experience for students that has scaffolded, connected and supported pedagogical experience.
• Highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills, with a record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally with the discipline, profession, industry, and the wider community.
• Commitment to impactful research that makes a worthwhile contribution to the field of allied health, demonstrated by a record of quality publications, presentations at conferences, and translating evidence to practice and/or curriculum.
• Demonstrated commitment to the professional development of self and activities supporting the allied health professions.

Please see relevant Academic Level Position Descriptions for additional role specific information.

Qualifications and Licenses

Lecturer – Academic Level B

• Eligible for Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
• Completion of a Master or PhD degree in a relevant discipline.
• Clinical expertise with recency or currency in speech pathology practice.

Senior Lecture/ Associate Professor – Academic Level C or D

• Eligible for Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Clinical expertise with recency or currency in speech pathology practice.

What’s on Offer?

You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including.

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing

About the University

At the University of Tasmania, success takes a quiet determination and adaptability. In turn, this makes us broader, more rounded, multi-skilled thinkers and creative problem solvers, and it sees our institution generate powerful ideas for and from Tasmania.

Because of our unique setting and challenges we go beyond creating places of learning. We strive to stimulate economic growth, lift literacy, improve health outcomes for Tasmania and nurture our environment as it nurtures us. We welcome enquiring minds, from near and far, to join us in our pursuit of the extraordinary.

Considering a move to Launceston to take up this opportunity?

Offering a breath of fresh air, our island State’s wild landscapes, unique towns and fascinating history have something for everyone. Based in Launceston, Tasmania’s second largest city is famous for its historic architecture and proximity to natural wonders such as Cradle Mountain. Launceston has crafted a unique brand of adventure and creativity; case in point: the infamous Cataract Gorge, an urban escape of scenic bushland and cliffside walking tracks along the North Esk River and the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery, Australia’s largest regional Museum. Our world-famous food and wine provide an abundance of fresh seafood, family-run wineries and distilleries, and culinary experiences celebrating farm-fresh produce.

Belong - Be You

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

Salary details

Appointment to these roles will be at Academic Level B/C/D and will have a total remuneration package of up to $ 203,695 comprising base salary within the range of $110,992 to $174,098 plus 17% superannuation. Relocation support may be offered to the ideal candidate.

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.

• Please provide your up-to-date resume,
• A 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role,
• Full responses providing evidence of meeting the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience and Qualifications and Licences section of the success profile outlined in the Position Description for the relevant role being applied for, either Academic Level B, C or D.

For further information about this position, please contact the Academic Lead of Speech Pathology - Professor Anne Whitworth ([email protected]) or Associate Professor Jade Cartwright ([email protected]).

Lecturer - Speech Pathology .pdf

Senior Lecturer - Speech Pathology.pdf

Associate Professor - Speech Pathology.pdf

Applications for this role close 11.55pm Sunday the 16th of March 2025.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements.