• Apply your skills in physiotherapy
• Help expand professional opportunities and develop highly sought-after graduates
• Great coastal location

The Role

• Continuing, Full Time (Part time arrangements considered)
• $94,478 to $133,238 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• 2x positions available
• Port Macquarie

A newly created opportunity exists to join our highly regarded Physiotherapy discipline responsible for producing job ready graduates and preparing professionals to practice in metropolitan, rural and regional community settings.

Actively contribute to teaching, research, curriculum development, and student engagement in the School of Community Health, teaching a range of subjects utilising blended models. The successful candidate will also have an opportunity to develop and progress an active research profile aligned to the strategic direction of the School.

To be successful you will have:

• A doctoral or masters qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing relevant to the level being applied for
• Eligibility for registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Knowledge of the discipline including physiotherapy practice in rural and regional areas
• Commitment to the delivery of high quality student centred learning and teaching
• Clinical and/ or research experience in a range of physiotherapy practice areas

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

The Faculty of Science delivers flexible, innovative teaching programs which provide graduates with the skills and knowledge to build a career, advance their profession and contribute to their community. We currently have more than 9000 students and over 500 staff dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge.

We are a leader in strategic and applied research in a wide array of sciences. We enhance and extend knowledge, train and educate future researchers and provide scientific solutions to current challenges. We achieve this through ethical practice, professional collaborations, industry involvement and a commitment to continual improvement.

We also provide a range of health and other services to our regional communities through our enterprise activities.

The School of Community Health has a diverse range of staff who work together in the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and community engagement. The School is focused on five professional courses including health and rehabilitation science, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry and speech pathology.

Staff in the School of Community Health are committed to working with regional and rural communities to train and graduate future health professionals; we use research to find answers to community questions; and we work together to support people to become agents for positive change within their community.

CSU offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQ; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in the position description. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further Information

Additional information is available in the position descriptions below:

• Position Description - Lecturer in Physiotherapy
• Position Description - Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy

or by contacting:

Kerstin McPherson | Discipline Lead, Physiotherapy, School of Community Health | kmcpherson@csu.edu.au | Ph: 02 6365 7655

Closing Date: 11pm, 02 July 2019