"Level B Teaching and Research Academic - Physiotherapy"

Job Description:

• Continuing
• .7 FTE
• Level B, Teaching and Research
• Position based at the La Trobe Bundoora campus
• Salary level B starting from $114,855 plus 17% superannuation

About the position

This position contributes to teaching and research within the Discipline of Physiotherapy at La Trobe University.

The role involves coordinating and delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across lectures, tutorials, practical classes, and workshops in face-to-face, blended and online formats, while applying evidence-based approaches to evaluate and enhance student learning. The appointee will contribute to innovative curriculum design and review, demonstrate a scholarly approach to pedagogy, and undertake high-quality research through publication and conference dissemination, both independently and collaboratively.

With mentoring support, the role will seek external research funding, supervise or co-supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, foster local partnerships and knowledge transfer, and contribute to administrative and service responsibilities as required by the Discipline Lead or Head of School.

Skills and Experience

• PhD degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and curriculum development.
• Evidence of high quality and/or high impact research conducted and published or otherwise disseminated, relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Knowledge, expertise and skills in the discipline’s key areas.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Position Description: PD Level B T & R continuing.docx

Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55 pm on Monday the 23rd of March, 2026

Position Enquiries: Andrew Hahne, Professor Physiotherapy
Email: AHahne@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant
Email: m.parker@latrobe.edu.au

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter,
• An up-to-date resume and;
• A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position,' which is located in the position description.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.