About this Opportunity

Continuing, Part-Time ( 0.8FTE - 58hrs/fortnight)

School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences

CQUniversity Rockhampton or Bundaberg (Relocation support available)

Lecturer (Level B) Total Remuneration $134,885 to $157,870 pa (including salary of $113,980 to $133,403 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Senior Lecturer (Level C) Total Remuneration $162,470 to $184,987 pa (including salary of $137,290 to $156,317 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

One position available. Appointment level will be based on the attributes and experience of the successful candidate. Please indicate your preferred level in your application.

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of Occupational Therapists while advancing your own research and leadership career? Join CQUniversity as a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy and play a pivotal role in teaching, research, and industry engagement within a supportive, innovative, and student-focused environment.

As a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, you will contribute to the success of CQUniversity’s Occupational Therapy program through high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and supervision of students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You’ll bring strong professional knowledge, a proven research track record, and the ability to inspire and mentor both students and colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and collaborate on impactful projects, contribute to the University’s research agenda, and strengthen ties with industry and community partners.

Be Rewarded

17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)

6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)*

10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave*

7.25 hours engaged service leave

Fantastic professional and career development opportunities

Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave*

Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

Possession of a doctoral qualification (PhD) in a relevant discipline, or progress towards this qualification. (Academic C)

Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching / Education.

An understanding of current professional and educational issues in higher education and the ability to engage and work effectively with colleagues within the School and across the University to support students and promote CQUniversity.

Registered or eligible to be registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Descriptions below.
Lecturer (Level B)
Senior Lecturer (Level C)

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Monday, 17 November 2025

Job Requisition ID: 6554

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

*Pro-rata for part-time employees

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