"Senior Lecturer in Speech Pathology"

Lead and coordinate the Bachelor of Speech Pathology program

Shape curriculum renewal and external accreditation for 2028

Mentor early career academics in a small, collaborative team

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Speech Pathology to deliver high-quality, innovative and learner centred undergraduate education aligned with professional standards and the philosophy and aims of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic to provide course-level leadership, teach across the program, and guide curriculum renewal in preparation for future accreditation.

This program includes a distinctive Indigenous Health major in Speech Pathology, offering a nationally unique opportunity to contribute to culturally responsive education and graduate outcomes.

Working within a small and collegial team, you will play a key role in mentoring early career academics, leading curriculum development, and bring the team along a shared journey of improvement and innovation. This role is well suited to an established Level C academic, or a high-performing Level B ready to step into a Senior Lecturer role.

You will make an impact by:

Delivering high-quality, engaging teaching across theoretical and clinical speech pathology units

Providing course coordination and curriculum leadership, including contributing to program redesign and external accreditation processes

Leading and supporting innovative, inclusive, and technology-enhanced learning and teaching practices

Mentoring and supporting early career academics within a small, developing team

Contributing to research and / or the scholarship of teaching and learning aligned with Faculty priorities

What you will bring

You’re a collaborative and thoughtful academic leader who values collegiality, mentorship and shared decision-making. You bring strong teaching expertise, a commitment to inclusive education, and the confidence to lead curriculum change while supporting your team through transition.  To succeed in this role, you will also need:

A PhD (completed or near completion) and registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Speech Pathologist with Speech Pathology Australia

Demonstrated excellence in teaching clinical and theoretical Speech Pathology across blended and online environments

Proven experience in curriculum design, course coordination and preparation for accreditation

An established research and / or teaching scholarship profile appropriate to Level C

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams 

While not essential, we’d love it if you had experience in linguistics, voice and / or fluency; leadership of teaching-focused innovation; and supervision of Honours or HDR students

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. 

A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

Full-time, continuing (permanent)

Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.

ACAD Level C. The base salary ranges from $139,568 - $160,473 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $187,753.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Name: Associate Professor Nicci Whiteing, Discipline Chair Allied Health, Midwifery and Community

Email: Nicola.whiteing@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEST 3 March 2026.

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process, reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au.

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