Lecturer in Occupational Therapy

Job Description:

• Help build confident and practice-ready occupational therapists in a collaborative and values-driven environment
• UC Level B, Salary Range $116,403 pa - $137,865 pa plus 17% Super
• Full time and Part time opportunities available

About us:

University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation, opportunity and a launchpad for a diverse cohort including first-in-family students and future leaders alike. If you are looking for a career that matters with a welcoming, values based, forward-thinking institution, come build your future with us.

About the opportunity:

The School of Rehabilitation and Exercise Science is looking for education-focused lecturers to play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and supporting student success across our Occupational Therapy programs.

We are offering two roles: a continuing full-time position, and a 0.8 FTE part-time fixed-term position through to June 2027. We strongly encourage practitioners with a range of professional experiences to apply. Successful applicants will contribute to teaching across both paediatric and adult based practice areas. We welcome part-time applications and flexible working requests. Please note you will need to be based in Canberra for on-campus teaching days.

Position Description:

Lecturer in Occupational Therapy.pdf

About you:

You are a registered Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. You have strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to develop and deliver contemporary, engaging, student-centred learning experiences.

Why join us?

You will join a team that prioritises occupation and relationships in both our team culture and teaching approaches. This is a unique opportunity to influence the development of future practitioners while enjoying a flexible working environment alongside a committed, innovative, and dynamic team.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored on our “Work at UC” site which includes:

• Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

What we need from you:

To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a 1-page cover letter. In your cover letter please:

• Describe why you are the best candidate for the role, based on the position description.
• Indicate which opportunity you are applying for.

For job specific information:

please contact Thomas Bevitt, Discipline Lead in Occupational Therapy, thomas.bevitt@canberra.edu.au.

For recruitment and application questions:

please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date:

11.55pm, Monday 18 May 2026