• Based in the Allied Health and Human Performance Unit at the City West Campus
• Part-time (0.8FTE), fixed-term contract for 2 years
• Starting Salary: $80,099 [pro rata] per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• Make a positive impact on the lives of our students

About you

You are an experienced health professional with a passion for student learning and a background in paediatrics. With strong clinical and leadership skills, you’ve supported students through placements or teaching and are committed to improving service models. You work autonomously, communicate well with academics, and bring a focus on innovation and the student experience.

About the role

Reporting to the Dean of Programs, you will develop and implement sustainable therapy and education activities in Occupational Therapy for the UniSA Health and Medical Clinic. You will supervise students, manage a therapy caseload, and build client referral pathways. The role includes developing partnerships, establishing an education-embedded service model, and linking with academic programs to enhance student education quality and capacity.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

To be successful you will need

• Degree in Occupational Therapy, AHPRA registration, and minimum 3 years' recent clinical experience
• Experience in innovative service delivery under NDIS, Medicare or private models
• Skilled in supervising and teaching Occupational Therapy students
• Strong collaboration, organisation, and multitasking abilities in clinical and academic settings
• Excellent communication skills with a passion for teaching and ongoing improvement

Why join us?

We value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Working at the University will provide you with a wide range of benefits. These include:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car
• A variety of leave arrangements

Be part of a University for the future!

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. Applicants are required to upload a cover letter and resume only.

Please address your cover letter to Laura Gomes, Consultant: Recruitment Central. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 7251. Please note applications will not be accepted via email and must be uploaded via the Working at UniSA Portal.

Applications close: 11:30pm Wednesday 16 July 2025

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

Pursuant to the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (the Act) and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations), this position has been deemed prescribed. This role will require the successful candidate to hold a current Working with Children Check.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) being obtained and maintained.

It is an inherent requirement of this position that the successful candidate hold a current NDIS Worker Check clearance, confirming their suitability to work with people with disability.