Employer: Victoria University

Position: Senior Lecturer (Speech Pathology)

Location: Footscray Campus, VIC

Full-time position

Salary: Academic Level C - $134,005 to $154,514 pa (excluding superannuation)

Work in a high performing and motivated team at our Footscray Campus

Demonstrate leadership and mentoring to other academics and HDR students

Deliver high quality material to our undergraduate and postgraduate students

About Us:

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic career in one of the world’s most liveable cities? We are seeking a passionate and experienced academic to join our Speech Pathology team at Victoria University. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovative teaching, academic leadership, and collaborative research.

As a Senior Lecturer, you will play a key role in shaping the future of Speech Pathology education. You will design and deliver engaging curriculum content across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, both on-campus and online. You will also supervise Honours and project students, contribute to academic governance, and support the development of industry partnerships.

This is a full-time continuing position at an Academic Level C (Teaching & Research Academic) $134,005 - $154,514 plus 17% superannuation classification, working 36.75 (1 FTE) hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver high-quality teaching materials and coordinate units in Speech Pathology.

Lead and participate in academic leadership roles such as Course Chair or Unit Convenor.

Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and student consultation.

Conduct and publish research in your area of expertise.

Support clinical practicum programs and foster strong industry connections.

About You

We are looking for a forward-thinking academic with tertiary qualifications and a strong background in Speech Pathology. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in tertiary education. You will thrive in a supportive and high-achieving team environment and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This role requires you to be eligible for full registration of Speech pathology Australia and meet our work right requirements.

How to Apply:

To view the position description, please click here - Position Description - Senior Lecturer in Speech Pathology

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

A cover letter

Your curriculum vitae/resume

Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description

Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration

For further information relating to the position, please contact Karen Dean, Executive Dean College of Sport, Health and Engineering at [email protected].

Applications close: Saturday the 22nd of November 2025 (11:59pm AEDT)

What We Offer:

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff.

Why Join Us:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud be an WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Our Committed to Inclusive Recruitment

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including accessible formats of documents, please contact us at [email protected] or call (03) 9919 5999.