Senior Lecturer in Nursing

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences
• CQUniversity Cairns, Rockhampton or work from home negotiable (excl. SEQ region) Relocation support available
• Academic Level C
• Total Remuneration $166,553 to $189,070 pa (including salary of $140,740 to $159,767 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

The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences is committed to excellence in teaching, research and professional practice. With a focus on student success and community impact, the School fosters a collaborative environment where academic staff shape the future of nursing education and respond to the evolving needs of healthcare and society.

As a Senior Lecturer in Nursing, you will contribute to the School’s teaching and research profile by delivering high-quality education across undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programs.

You will lead the delivery of course content, contribute to course coordination and curriculum development, supervise honours and postgraduate students, and engage in scholarship, professional activities and partnerships with industry and clinical stakeholders.

If you are passionate about advancing nurse practice, nurse education and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Remote employment (i.e. online) will be considered for the right candidate.

Be Rewarded

• 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

• Possession of, or substantial progress towards, a doctoral qualification (PhD or equivalent) in Nursing or a related discipline.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
• Demonstrated experience in leading, teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate programs and students, including experience with flexible delivery models.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with an understanding of the nexus between teaching, research and scholarship.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships within academic teams, and also with industry, community and key stakeholders.

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, Sunday, 24 May 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7261

Contact Details:
Justine Connor
(07) 4930 9849
j.connor@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.