Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Nursing (Mental Health)

Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus

Full-time and continuing in the School of Nursing and Midwifery

Level B $117,684 - $139,191 + 17% Superannuation or Level C $143,490 - $165,001 + 17% Superannuation

Applications are currently being accepted exclusively from our current and former sessional academic cohorts at Deakin. Applicants must have been engaged as a sessional academic at Deakin within two years of the advertising date to be eligible to apply. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be considered at this time.

Who are we?

The Faculty of Health is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching, learning, creativity, social development, and groundbreaking research and discovery. We work closely with industry partners and government bodies to translate discoveries into real-word impact. This role will specifically be working within the School of Nursing and Midwifery.

About the role:

Ready to influence the next generation of nurses? Step into a role where innovative teaching meets impactful research. Lead engaging units, collaborate with industry and government partners, and contribute to cutting‑edge discoveries that improve health outcomes across communities.

As a Lecturer in Nursing, you will:

• Lead innovative, learner‑centred curriculum design and deliver high‑quality, research‑informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs.
• Create inclusive, accessible learning experiences through well‑designed unit materials, collaborative learning opportunities, and effective assessment practices with timely feedback.
• Contribute to a culture of teaching excellence by mentoring colleagues, engaging in pedagogical research, and integrating emerging educational practices into unit delivery.
• Drive impactful research by initiating and leading interdisciplinary projects, securing funding, building industry partnerships, and translating findings into real‑world outcomes.
• Supervise Honours and HDR students to successful completion while fostering a research environment focused on innovation, industry engagement, and community impact.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in a relevant discipline (or equivalent qualifications/experience), with a strong record of scholarly teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including innovative curriculum design.
• An emerging research reputation demonstrated through quality publications, successful funding applications and contributions that create impact within academic and professional communities.
• Ability to lead and contribute to research, teaching and administrative activities, with strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to build effective, collaborative working relationships.
• Postgraduate qualification in mental health and demonstrated mental health nursing experience, with current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Proven ability to translate research into community benefit, contribute to disciplinary leadership, and support a positive, high‑performing academic environment.

As a Senior Lecturer in Nursing, you will:

• Lead course‑level curriculum design and innovation, collaborating across teaching teams to deliver inclusive, research‑informed learning experiences and high‑quality assessment practices.
• Integrate industry, clinical and research insights into curriculum and student support to enhance engagement, success and real‑world relevance.
• Build and mentor high‑performing academic teams, fostering a culture of educational excellence, pedagogical innovation and scholarly teaching.
• Drive significant contributions to pedagogical and disciplinary research, securing funding, leading collaborations, and translating research into impactful policies, frameworks and innovations.
• Supervise and mentor HDR students and ECRs, lead industry‑engaged research partnerships, and build a growing national and emerging international academic reputation.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in a relevant discipline (or advanced qualifications and experience), with an excellent record of scholarly teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including innovative curriculum design and research supervision.
• Nationally recognised research profile demonstrated through high‑quality publications (and exhibitions where relevant), strong engagement with industry, community and government, and a growing leadership presence in teaching, research and administration.
• Proven ability to build effective academic relationships, supported by excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues.
• Postgraduate qualification in mental health and demonstrated mental health nursing experience, with current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the discipline’s national standing through impactful research, external engagement, and leadership that strengthens teaching, scholarship and professional practice.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Lauren McTier - Deputy Associate Dean, Teaching and Learning and Deputy Head of School of Nursing & Midwifery on lauren.mctier@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

Level-B-Teaching-and-Research 020426.pdf

Level-C-Teaching-and-Research 020426.pdf

Applications for this position close on May 3, 2026.