Associate Professor, Nursing

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Westernsydneyuniversity · Campbelltown, Australia

$180K–$198K/yrFull-timeOn-site5d ago

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Join the School of Nursing and Midwifery and play a leading role in advancing excellence in nursing education, research and engagement. As an Associate Professor, you will contribute to the School's strategic priorities through high-quality teaching, impactful research and meaningful collaboration with industry, community and government partners. You will build and sustain a national and international reputation through innovative contributions to nursing scholarship and practice. Through leadership of research projects, supervision of postgraduate researchers and collaboration across disciplines, you will help expand knowledge and strengthen healthcare outcomes. You will design and deliver contemporary blended learning experiences across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, fostering student success through engaging curriculum, meaningful assessment and evidence-informed teaching practice. You will also contribute to educational leadership, peer review and the continuous enhancement of teaching quality across the School and Faculty. What Success Looks Like: A sustained national and international reputation for excellence in nursing research and education. High-quality blended learning experiences that support outstanding student outcomes. Leadership of impactful research projects, teams and postgraduate research candidates. Demonstrated influence on teaching excellence and best practice across the discipline and Faculty. Strong industry, community and government partnerships that enhance teaching, research and engagement outcomes. Please refer to the Position Description for full details. About You A PhD in a related discipline and demonstrated expertise within the nursing profession. Proven success in designing and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate learning experiences using contemporary pedagogical approaches and educational technologies. A strong track record of research leadership, including leading projects, supervising postgraduate researchers and contributing to the advancement of nursing knowledge. Highly developed interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to build productive relationships across academia, industry and professional networks. A passion for mentoring others and fostering a culture of excellence in teaching, research and engagement.

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We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.Application DetailsPosition Enquiries: Direct to Jane Frost, Interim Dean, School of Nursing and Midwifery via sonm_deans_unit@westernsydney.edu.au . Please include the job reference code REF1290M.Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 21 June 2026.Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University's online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.Belonging at WesternWe are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy . We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au .About WesternThis is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, aHealth insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedule

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