• Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus + hybrid work arrangements

• Full-time and continuing role

• Level B $117,684 - $139,191 + 17% Superannuation

Who are we?

Deakin University has been providing outstanding undergraduate occupational therapy education since 2001 from the Geelong Waterfront and Warrnambool campuses. The Master of Occupational Therapy Practice is a new addition to the occupational therapy course offerings.

As an integral member of the Occupational Therapy team, the Lecturer, Education Focused, will contribute to the Master of Occupational Therapy Practice course and will lead unit teaching teams to improve the student learning experience and outcomes. They may also teach into undergraduate courses within the discipline, supporting a broader range of students in their academic journey.

As a Lecturer, Education-focused, you will:

• Lead unit teaching teams and work collaboratively with other unit teaching teams in the course to develop effective unit curricula and learning resources (including through unit leadership roles)
• Contribute to the review of units and courses and implement refinements.
• Assist in applying industry, clinical and/or research practice into student learning experiences, success, engagement, and resources.
• Adopt innovation in curriculum design at the unit level and deliver learner-centric, research-informed teaching practices across different levels / modes of delivery. Maintain deep discipline knowledge which is applied to inform unit design.
• Demonstrate emerging reputation in the scholarship of teaching and educational development through independent contribution to pedagogical research activity and publication in learning and teaching, including testing the effectiveness of innovations designed to improve student and graduate outcomes including graduate employment.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• PhD in a relevant discipline and/or other relevant qualifications and experience.
• Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• 3+ years’ experience in occupational therapy practice.
• Excellent record of scholarly learning and teaching in UG and/or PG programs, including innovative curriculum design.
• Demonstrated passion for teaching and learning.

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 Kirk Reed (Discipline Lead Occupational Therapy) on k.reed@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:  PD - Lecturer, Education-focused.pdf

Applications for this position close 11.55pm on Sunday 5 April.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job — we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow — whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.