Company Description

Lead the Future of Emergency Nursing – Joint Professorship with Griffith University and Gold Coast University Hospital

Griffith University
Griffith University is a progressive, values-led university dedicated to learning, leadership, and innovation. This is your chance to help us achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.

The Griffith School of Nursing and Midwifery isn’t just Australia’s top-ranked nursing school — we’re a community shaping the future of global healthcare. Join us to lead research that changes lives, mentor the next generation of nursing leaders, and drive innovation in one of the most dynamic health systems in the world.

Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service
Gold Coast Health is nationally and internationally recognised for innovative medical research and health care. With an annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion, over 10,000 employees, and more than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts. Gold Coast Health offers secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities. Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service will see significant growth over the next five years with expansion of services and capital builds planned.

Joining Gold Coast Health provides a unique opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle. Our workplace culture encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best. Gold Coast Health is committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong.

Job Description

Are you ready to shape the next generation of Emergency Nursing and lead transformative research at a global scale?

Griffith University and Gold Coast Health are seeking a visionary leader to drive innovation, education, and research in Emergency Nursing through a prestigious joint professorial appointment.

In this position you will provide leadership in the critical examination of current trends and evidence-based practice in Emergency Care, and related implications for research, education and practice. Within this position you’ll have access to world-class facilities, research support services, and a thriving network of interdisciplinary collaborators.

This is a full time, fixed term appointment for five (5) years based on the Gold Coast, split between Griffith University and Gold Coast University Hospital. It is expected that the successful candidate will be available to attend both sites in person as a normal requirement of the role.

Salary Range
The base salary for Professor (Level E) is $215,130 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total FTE package will be $251,702 per annum.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated and extensive commitment to higher education and Nursing. In addition, the successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Possession of a doctoral qualification or equivalent professional experience in nursing or a relevant field.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered nurse, to be active and maintained for the duration of the appointment.
• An extensive track-record in the ability to attract external competitive research funding, to supervise research students and to build and lead multidisciplinary research teams in Emergency Care.

Additional Information

At Griffith and Gold Coast Health, you won’t just fill a position—you’ll drive real change in Emergency Care Education, research, and clinical practice.

• Lead with Purpose: Lead groundbreaking research and inspire excellence in Emergency Care Education.
• Drive Impactful Research: Strengthen the knowledge and expertise through collaborative research across our health care and education system.
• Collaborate with Excellence: Work alongside some of Australia’s most renowned experts to deliver truly world class expertise and research findings.
• Make a Difference: Represent Griffith University and Gold Coast Health and make a lasting and meaningful impact for patients and health care professionals within our community.

The Location & Lifestyle You Deserve
This full-time role is based in stunning South-east Queensland. Enjoy world-famous beaches and breathtaking rainforests all while positioning yourself as a key academic and clinical leader with the opportunity to shape strategic direction across both organisations and beyond.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the position, referencing the listed qualifications and position description.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV), detailing your academic and professional history, including the names and contact information of referees.

Important Information for Applicants

• Applicants must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• The successful candidate may be required to undergo a criminal history check.
• Evidence of vaccination (or the ability to be vaccinated) against the following is required: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Hepatitis B.
• Tuberculosis screening may be required to determine vaccination needs.
• Any serious disciplinary history must be disclosed.

Further Information

• For further information about this role, please contact Professor Ann Bonner – Head of School, School of Nursing and Midwifery on [email protected].
• For application queries, please contact Jake Barwick, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected].

Closing date: Midnight (AEST) on Friday 25 July 2025. All applications must be submitted online.