"Bond Sport Physiotherapist - Senior Teaching Fellow"

Part-time, Fixed Term for 1 Year (FTE 0.5)

Reference number: 167879624

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.

• An exceptional faculty with distinguished credentials and a passion for teaching and mentoring students
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A strong commitment to community involvement and social responsibility

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#

Bond University Sport is home to four Tier 1 Bull Sharks clubs—Rugby, Swimming, Netball and AFL—alongside an Elite Athlete Program and more than 20 club sports supporting a vibrant and active student community.

We are seeking motivated Sports Physiotherapists to join our performance‑medical team and the Bond University Health & Wellness Clinic. In this role, you’ll deliver high‑quality physiotherapy services to Bull Sharks athletes, support injury prevention and rehab, and supervise Physiotherapy students on placement. You’ll be hands‑on at training and game days and work closely with coaches and medical staff to optimise athlete performance. This position includes evening and weekend work aligned to training and competition schedules, and some travel may be required for away fixtures, tournaments, or program needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise Physiotherapy students during clinical placements
• Diagnose, treat and manage injuries and rehab programs.
• Communicate player availability and return‑to‑play timelines.
• Support injury prevention, recovery and musculoskeletal screening.
• Provide taping, triage and first aid at training sessions.
• Deliver match day sideline support and post‑match reporting.
• Coordinate referrals and insurance documentation.

About the person

You’re a qualified Physiotherapist with current unrestricted AHPRA registration and strong clinical experience, ideally gained within elite sport. You’re passionate about mentoring students and contributing to a collaborative performance‑medical environment.

You will bring:

• Bachelor/Masters/Doctor of Physiotherapy (postgrad desirable)
• 5+ years’ clinical experience
• Current AHPRA registration, First Aid/CPR and QLD Blue Card
• Experience treating sporting injuries and working in high‑performance or team sport settings
• Strong understanding of rehab principles and athlete management

Salary details

The salary for this 0.5 position commences at $55,647.05 per annum (Full-time Equivalent is $111,294.10 per annum plus 12% superannuation per annum.

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Assistant Professor Neil Chapman on nechapma@bond.edu.au

 Associate Dean Clinical Services or Professor Suzanne Gough, Head of Discipline, Physiotherapy on sgough@bond.edu.au

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria. 

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• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above

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Applications close: 11.59pm, Sunday 1 March 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.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

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. 

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at any time during the recruitment process. 

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