Lecturer in Nursing

Apply now Job no: 503210

Work type: Full time

Location: Hobart

Categories: Teaching Intensive

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

Lead high-quality teaching in contemporary nursing education

Collaborate with healthcare partners to strengthen workforce outcomes

Ongoing, full-time opportunity in Hobart

About the opportunity

This is an exciting Hobart-based opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join a dynamic team in the School of Nursing, part of the Health portfolio. Located in Tasmania’s vibrant capital, this role offers the chance to live and work in a region known for its outstanding natural environment, strong sense of community and growing health and education sector.

The School of Nursing works in close partnership with Tasmanian and national healthcare partners to improve the health of Tasmanians and to educate a new generation of nurses with capability in leadership and future-focused healthcare. We build our future workforce through innovative learning experiences using sophisticated digital and face-to-face delivery across our undergraduate and postgraduate courses. We foster a dynamic, highly engaged work environment with interdisciplinary opportunities for teaching and research across the University and with our health service partners. The School of Nursing sits within the Health portfolio, which has a focus on boosting health and medical research performance and evidence-based learning and teaching to educate a new generation of agile health professionals and researchers.

With a strong background in nursing education, this position will contribute to student success through the educational preparation of pre-registration students. The role also involves health service research and/or innovation in learning and teaching that can improve the health of Tasmanians. You will assist in developing a positive culture that enables high levels of collaboration and productivity, supporting the University’s vision to deliver place-based education with high impact for Tasmania.

While the role is full-time, we will consider applications from candidates seeking part-time work.

What you’ll do:

Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.

Undertake scholarly undergraduate and postgraduate coursework teaching of a high quality.

Make an effective contribution in the teaching of undergraduate contemporary nursing curricula, including unit coordination, curriculum development, evaluation and using emerging and online technology.

Undertake collaborative research and/or scholarly contributions as relevant for qualifications and the University’s performance expectations for Level B.

Contribute to productive and effective teams and partnerships inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community.

Behave in a manner that aligns with the University of Tasmania Behaviour Policy and Statement of Values and promote a vibrant, positive campus culture with a focus on safety

What we’re looking for:

Experience in university-level teaching and learning including experiences in undergraduate programs across all modes using contemporary teaching practices. Experience in managing and coordinating units and developing nursing curricula will be looked on favourably.

Engagement with innovative approaches to learning and teaching, and capacity to initiate and deliver quality improvement activities.

Evidence of evidence-based practice capability demonstrated by qualifications, health service/program evaluation, publications, or direct experience in research projects.

Demonstrated experience in nursing practice (with recency) including experience in a specialty area of nursing practice.

Excellent interpersonal skills and a record of contributing effectively to building and maintaining productive and effective partnerships with the discipline, profession, industry (where relevant) and wider community.

Demonstrated ability to use technology to support online teaching requirements

Qualifications and Licences

Registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

Post graduate nursing qualifications. Graduate certificate minimum. PhD or Masters level desirable.

Current Working with Vulnerable People registration (or to be obtained)

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:

Resume

Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role

Your responses to the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience from the Position Description below

For further information about this position, please contact John Cooper, Senior Lecturer Nursing, email: J.F.Cooper@utas.edu.au

Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.

For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.

Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Applications close Sunday, 28 June 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Advertised: 05 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

Lecturer in Nursing

Apply now Job no: 503210

Work type: Full time

Location: Hobart

Categories: Teaching Intensive

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

Lead high-quality teaching in contemporary nursing education

Collaborate with healthcare partners to strengthen workforce outcomes

Ongoing, full-time opportunity in Hobart

About the opportunity

This is an exciting Hobart-based opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join a dynamic team in the School of Nursing, part of the Health portfolio. Located in Tasmania’s vibrant capital, this role offers the chance to live and work in a region known for its outstanding natural environment, strong sense of community and growing health and education sector.

The School of Nursing works in close partnership with Tasmanian and national healthcare partners to improve the health of Tasmanians and to educate a new generation of nurses with capability in leadership and future-focused healthcare. We build our future workforce through innovative learning experiences using sophisticated digital and face-to-face delivery across our undergraduate and postgraduate courses. We foster a dynamic, highly engaged work environment with interdisciplinary opportunities for teaching and research across the University and with our health service partners. The School of Nursing sits within the Health portfolio, which has a focus on boosting health and medical research performance and evidence-based learning and teaching to educate a new generation of agile health professionals and researchers.

With a strong background in nursing education, this position will contribute to student success through the educational preparation of pre-registration students. The role also involves health service research and/or innovation in learning and teaching that can improve the health of Tasmanians. You will assist in developing a positive culture that enables high levels of collaboration and productivity, supporting the University’s vision to deliver place-based education with high impact for Tasmania.

While the role is full-time, we will consider applications from candidates seeking part-time work.

What you’ll do:

Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.

Undertake scholarly undergraduate and postgraduate coursework teaching of a high quality.

Make an effective contribution in the teaching of undergraduate contemporary nursing curricula, including unit coordination, curriculum development, evaluation and using emerging and online technology.

Undertake collaborative research and/or scholarly contributions as relevant for qualifications and the University’s performance expectations for Level B.

Contribute to productive and effective teams and partnerships inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community.

Behave in a manner that aligns with the University of Tasmania Behaviour Policy and Statement of Values and promote a vibrant, positive campus culture with a focus on safety

What we’re looking for:

Experience in university-level teaching and learning including experiences in undergraduate programs across all modes using contemporary teaching practices. Experience in managing and coordinating units and developing nursing curricula will be looked on favourably.

Engagement with innovative approaches to learning and teaching, and capacity to initiate and deliver quality improvement activities.

Evidence of evidence-based practice capability demonstrated by qualifications, health service/program evaluation, publications, or direct experience in research projects.

Demonstrated experience in nursing practice (with recency) including experience in a specialty area of nursing practice.

Excellent interpersonal skills and a record of contributing effectively to building and maintaining productive and effective partnerships with the discipline, profession, industry (where relevant) and wider community.

Demonstrated ability to use technology to support online teaching requirements

Qualifications and Licences

Registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

Post graduate nursing qualifications. Graduate certificate minimum. PhD or Masters level desirable.

Current Working with Vulnerable People registration (or to be obtained)

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:

Resume

Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role

Your responses to the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience from the Position Description below

For further information about this position, please contact John Cooper, Senior Lecturer Nursing, email: J.F.Cooper@utas.edu.au

Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.

For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.

Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Applications close Sunday, 28 June 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Advertised: 05 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time

Applications close: 28 Jun 2026 Tasmania Standard Time