Associate Lecturer - Physiotherapy

Ref 3202/24 Associate Lecturer - Physiotherapy, School of Health Sciences

Western Sydney University Internal Applicants Only.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be employed by Western Sydney University on a fixed term or casual basis at the time of this advertisement.

Western Sydney University’s Academic Decasualisation Program

Full-Time, Ongoing Appointment commencing from January 2025

Remuneration: Academic Level A $106,765 to $128,989 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation & Leave Loading

Based at: Western’s Campbelltown Campus

Opportunity to be part of a sector leading program.

Western Sydney University has established a sector-leading program to strengthen career pathways for casual academic staff by creating the equivalent of 150 full time positions by 1 March 2025. The WSU decasualisation program will play a significant role in reducing the level of insecure work in the Australian higher education sector.

With this in mind, the University is looking to recruit candidates it can invest in and develop over the long term, including training over the confirmation period to support candidates to retain stable, ongoing employment.

Successful candidates will undertake teaching, while also having the opportunity to develop a research portfolio and contribute to the University through governance activities at the School and/or University level.

About the School of Health Sciences

The School of Health Sciences is educating tomorrow's graduates in an environment that is contemporary, challenging, and adaptive to a rapidly evolving world. Our teaching programs are intrinsically interdisciplinary and cover a broad range of professional and other disciplines in the clinical and non-clinical health sciences, and in sport-related disciplines. These areas are underpinned by a strong focus on research and research led teaching and involve partnerships with a range of external organisations. Our programs include undergraduate degrees, Honours degrees, coursework Masters programs, and higher degree research programs (Masters and PhD).

The School of Health Sciences leads research to advance fundamental knowledge, enhance professional practice, and to contribute to the broader development of our region, Australia, and internationally in the areas of health, sport, and exercise sciences.

About the Role

Join the School of Health Sciences at Western Sydney University as an Associate Lecturer – Physiotherapy and become a key player in an inspiring academic environment. This is your chance to make a significant impact through:

• Teaching: Develop, design, and deliver innovative and engaging teaching materials for tutorials, demonstrations, and workshops. Inspire and educate the next generation with your creative approach to teaching.
• Research: Dive into meaningful research and share your insights through publications and presentations. Your capacity for scholarly research will open new horizons and allow you to make a tangible impact in your academic discipline. Explore, innovate, and contribute to groundbreaking developments in your field.
• Connections: Engage with our dynamic academic community and build lasting relationships. Collaborate with colleagues who share your passion for knowledge and discovery. Your experience in industry and community engagement will enrich these connections, extending your impact beyond the classroom and into the broader community.

To be successful in the role, you will need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and a high level of energy and commitment to further developing a research profile that is fresh and relevant to the particular discipline.

Successful applicants will possess demonstrated clinical experience and expertise in physiotherapy, with a preference for neurological or paediatric specialisations, as well as experience in educating physiotherapy students in both tertiary and clinical settings.

This is a full-time, ongoing position commencing from January 2025. This position is based at Western’s Campbelltown Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required.

Eligibility

Successful candidates will be subject to a two-year confirmation period and must provide evidence at the time of application that they:

• have been engaged as a casual academic for at least 2 teaching sessions within the previous 2 years at an Australian Higher Education institution;
• hold a Masters by research or substantial progress to a doctoral qualification in Physiotherapy;
• have not previously held an ongoing position with an Australian Higher Education provider in the previous 3 years.

In addition to meeting the above eligibility criteria, applicants must either be eligible for, or currently hold registration with AHPRA as a Physiotherapist.

Candidates must submit evidence of the above requirements and any evidence they have of successful teaching results, such as Student Feedback on Teaching survey outcomes, at the time of application.

Please review the position description for further information, including the selection criteria.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Remuneration Package: Academic Level A $106,765 to $128,989 p.a. (comprising Salary of $90,218 to $108,997 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading), subject to a 2.9% salary increase effective from October 2024.

Position Enquiries:

Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Professor Sarah Lewis, Dean, via email sarah.lewis@westernsydney.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Tiana Woodward, Recruitment Advisor, via email t.woodward@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date:

8:30pm, Sunday 29th September 2024

Interviews:

Interviews are likely to be scheduled between Monday 21st October and Thursday 24th October 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.

How to Apply

You MUST use the attached CV/Resume template with your application. In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to submit evidence of your eligibility as per the criteria above and address the selection criteria in your application.

Information on the Academic Decasualisation program and preparing for interviews is available via the following link: Academic Decasualisation Program

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion.

Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

If you require assistance in using the System, please email recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au or phone the Recruitment Helpline on (02) 9852 5422.

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