Lecturer - Nutrition and Dietetics (Identified)

Posting Date: 8 Apr 2026

Type of Position: Continuing

Location: Negotiable, AU

About this Opportunity

This position is only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

• Continuing, Full-Time (part-time negotiable)
• School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
• Work-from-home (Excluding SEQ)
• 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

Join CQUniversity’s School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences as a Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics (Identified), contributing to programs that prepare graduates for contemporary practice and support improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

This position involves delivering teaching across the Bachelor of Nutrition / Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, coordinating units and contributing to curriculum development with a focus on culturally safe and responsive practice.

You will also play an important role in strengthening connections with community, health services, industry and professional partners, while maintaining your own professional development to ensure best practice in teaching and cultural capability. If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of dietitians and making a meaningful impact in Indigenous health and nutrition, we encourage you to join our vibrant academic team.

Be Rewarded

• Up to 5 days paid Indigenous Cultural or Ceremonial leave
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at 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

• Current accreditation as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).
• Postgraduate qualification in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching/Education.
• An understanding of current professional and educational issues in higher education.
• Proven record of scholarship and/or excellence in research.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Professional experience in regional, rural and remote settings, with a focus on First Nations health.

Position Description

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

Reconciliation and First Nations Peoples Employment

CQUniversity is committed to the improvement of employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. At CQUniversity, our vision for reconciliation is a just and equitable Australia, empowered by the self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to fostering a tertiary education environment that genuinely values and elevates First Nations knowledges, leadership and strengths.

The filling of this position is intended to constitute an equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

CQUniversity continues to work towards achieving reconciliation – by not only incorporating and normalising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and perspectives within our everyday business, but also by promoting First Nations voices and contributions across our partners and stakeholders, and our wider communities.

• Please see here for our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our First Nations Workforce Strategy 2020-2025

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 6 May 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7213

Contact Details:

Rachel Bacon

(02) 8295 5822

r.bacon@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.

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.

*Pro-rata for part-time employees

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