Full-time, Continuing appointment
Reference number: 201399685
About the position
As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.
- Shape the next generation of nutrition and dietetics professionals through innovative, student-centred teaching in an accredited Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program.
- Contribute to a collaborative and growing discipline with opportunities to lead curriculum development, research translation and professional engagement across health sciences.
- Join a personalised, innovation-focused university community on the Gold Coast, with strong support for academic leadership, applied research and meaningful external partnerships.
Associate Professor B / Assistant Professor A (Balanced Teaching/Research)
Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine
Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:
- Free staff car parking
- Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
- Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
- Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff
- Staff wellbeing program
- Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
- Study assistance for staff and dependants#
- Corporate health and finance discounts
- Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
- Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#
The Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine invites applications from qualified candidates interested in joining the Nutrition and Dietetics discipline as an Associate/Assistant Professor on a full-time basis and will report to the Head of Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics. The position will contribute to the senior leadership team within the discipline through delivering high-quality learning and research experiences for students in the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice Program.
The Associate/Assistant Professor will lead and coordinate postgraduate nutrition and dietetics subjects and contribute to scholarship and research that enhances student learning, professional capability, and workforce readiness. Teaching and service responsibilities for the position will be aligned to the expertise of the successful candidate.
The Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice program is accredited by Dietitians Australia and the Accreditation Council of Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
About the person
The successful candidate will be an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) or be eligible for accreditation as a Dietitian in Australia. For appointment at Associate Professor level, the candidate will hold a Doctoral qualification with research interests synergistic with those existing within the discipline and/or Faculty. The ideal candidate will have a track record of effective teaching, learning, research and academic administration within the higher education sector.
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Hold a PhD in a relevant discipline (or substantial progress toward a PhD), with a completed PhD required for appointment at Associate Professor level
- Be an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with Dietitians Australia
- Demonstrate higher education teaching experience, including curriculum design, innovative learning approaches, and authentic assessment practices
- Demonstrate research capability through publications, research supervision, collaboration, grant success, or participation in research programs
- Possess strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills, with experience building partnerships, contributing to university service activities, and, at Associate Professor level, leading and developing teams.
Advanced Accredited Practicing Dietitian (AdvAPD) recognition and/or being a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (US/Canada) is desirable.
Salary details
The salary for this position is outlined below and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience.
- Associate Professor B remuneration commences at $173,197.62 per annum plus 12% superannuation*
- Assistant Professor A remuneration commences at $165,010.96 per annum plus 12% superannuation*
* increasing to 17.5% after a two-year probation
Additional information
Position-related enquiries can be directed to Associate Professor Greg Cox, Co-Discipline Lead Nutrition and Dietetics, at [email protected]
Application and submission details
For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.
- Associate Professor B Position Description
- Assistant Professor A Position Description
- Selection Criteria
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Applications close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 22 October 2026.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.
Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration. For more information, please visit our website via this link: Applying for Jobs at Bond
Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).
Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.
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