School of Health and Medical Sciences

At the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ), our School of Health and Medical Sciences is at the forefront of health education and research, offering innovative programs that respond to the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to advancing knowledge in biomedical science, allied health, nursing, psychology, and making a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

Who you are

You’re a passionate educator and clinical scientist with a strong foundation in medical laboratory science and a drive to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals. You bring professional experience in pathology disciplines such as haematology, microbiology, clinical biochemistry, transfusion science, or histopathology, and you’re ready to share your knowledge through reflective, student-centred teaching.

What you'll do

As an Education Specialist in the School of Health and Medical Sciences, you willplay a key role in delivering and enhancing UniSQ’s accredited Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science program. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering high-quality, evidence-informed learning experiences.
• Supporting students through clinical placements and professional development.
• Engaging in scholarly teaching practices and reflective evaluation to improve learning outcomes.
• Contributing to curriculum development and digital innovation in teaching.
• Participating in service and engagement activities within the School and broader professional community.

What will help you succeed

You hold a postgraduate qualification (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant discipline and have demonstrated experience in delivering engaged, scholarly approaches to teaching. In addition, you will have:

• Clinical and academic expertise in medical laboratory science, with a strong understanding of contemporary pathology practices.
• Experience in tertiary teaching, particularly in clinical education and placement coordination.
• Commitment to student success, with a focus on employability, inclusion, and reflective learning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across academic and industry settings.

For further information on this role, please contact the Head of School and Dean (Health and Medical Sciences) on +61 7 3812 6437 or [email protected].

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from First Nations peoples and all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.unisq.edu.au.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.

Reference Number: 0112_08/25

Location: Toowoomba campus

Term: Full-time, continuing appointment (37.5 hours/week)

Salary: Total remuneration range of $133,256 to $157,504 pa (includes salary range of $112,381 to $132,831 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% salary and annual leave loading)

Closes: Sunday, 12 October @ 11:30 pm (AEST)

Note that commencement in this role will be from 19 January 2026

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey, available on our website.