Lecturer - Midwifery

Posting Date: 11 Feb 2026

Type of Position: Continuing

Location:

Rockhampton, QLD, AU Cairns, QLD, AU

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences
• CQUniversity Cairns or Rockhampton (Relocation support available)
• Total Remuneration $134,885 to $157,870 pa (including salary of $113,980 to $133,403 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

CQUniversity’s School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences is seeking a passionate and experienced Lecturer in Midwifery to join our team.

The School leads the way for Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery (Graduate Entry) students and boasts a strong professoriate with deep industry partnerships. Recognised as a leader in nursing education – our academics are lauded for learning, teaching, research and community engagement – we benefit from strong industry ties and strive to maintain the high standards of ever-changing healthcare, with these programs at the forefront of the University's core business, courses are structured to meet the ever-increasing needs of our communities in Australia. 

You will contribute to the teaching effort of the School and carry out activities to maintain and develop your scholarly, research and/or professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline. You will be expected to perform assigned teaching duties with students on and off-campus with a standard of planning, preparation, presentation, and assessment as necessary for students to achieve unit and course objectives.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students and contribute to the development of the midwifery profession, we look forward to hearing from you.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund) 
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Possession of a postgraduate midwifery qualification at Graduate Certificate level or higher.
• Current registration as a Midwife in Australia (AHPRA) and a minimum of 3 years recent post-registration clinical experience.
• Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching/Education or equivalent (or a willingness to complete one).
• In-person liaison with industry partners and students undertaking clinical placements, including driving reasonable distances and occasional overnight stays.
• Willingness to engage in research and scholarly activities, including publications, conference participation, research grant activity, and contribution to research teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach that supports effective cross‑campus teamwork and fosters a positive, healthy, and supportive environment for staff and students.
• Proven ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate University students.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 25 February 2026 

Job Requisition ID: 6979

Contact Details: 

Rachelle Chee

0411 026 972

r.chee@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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