Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. As an Associate Professor Nursing, you’ll find we’re about leading health research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

First Peoples employment at Griffith 

Griffith University is committed to increasing First Peoples employment across all areas and levels of the University, with a dedicated First Peoples Employment Action Plan and Reconciliation Statement in place. We are also committed to ensuring that First Peoples staff employed at Griffith feel a sense of community, connection, and collaboration.  

By becoming a staff member at Griffith, whether in an Academic or Professional role, you can opt in to our First Peoples Staff Network enabling you to attend regular events across all campuses where you can network with other First Peoples staff at Griffith, and also be notified of career development and progression opportunities allowing First Peoples staff to grow into more senior roles.  

Job Description

The school is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor (Level D) in Nursing at either the Gold Coast or Nathan Campus.

Contribute to both teaching and research in the school. You will teach and convene courses in undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supervise Honours and Higher Research Degree students, and undertake high impact research aligned with the research strengths of the school. Where required, this position will also act as program coordinator and/or other leadership roles.

This is a continuing, full time based at either the Gold Coast or Brisbane South (Nathan) campuses. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range

The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level D range $167,008 - $183,992 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $195,400 - $215,271 per annum.

Further to this salary package the School of Nursing and Midwifery are willing to support the right candidate with a range of additional benefits including:

Relocation Support
Start-up funds
Visa Sponsorship (if required)

Qualifications

The successful applicant will hold unrestricted registration and license to practice as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (Ahpra).
You will also possess a PhD, in nursing or related area, with evidence of a research track record, attracting competitive research grant funding, and publishing.
You will demonstrate a strong track record in curriculum development, program and course coordination, and teaching excellence.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment

Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

Opportunities for internal mobility

Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)

Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

VISA Sponsorship will be available to the successful candidate.

For further information specifically about this role, please contactProfessor Ann Bonner, Head of School on +61 (0) 7 555 28403 or email hos.sonm@griffith.edu.au.

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at m.mahon@griffith.edu.au.

Closing date: Sunday 26th April at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

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