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Salary- Join the university of opportunity and success, based in the west of Melbourne
- Make a significant contribution to Professional Practice within our programs
- Be a part of the revolutionary way of teaching, 'The VU Way'
At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Level C Teaching Focused Academic to teach into the dual degree Midwifery and Nursing. The person in this role reports to the Head of Programs, Nursing and Midwifery, Professor Karen-leigh Edward.
You will be required to make a significant contribution to ensuring a successful student progression and course completion teaching in the VU Block Model®. In addition, the successful applicant will be required to carry out activities to develop scholarship in nursing and midwifery including scholarship in teaching and learning.
This is a continuing, full time Teaching Focused Academic position at a Level C, $124,457 - $143,506 classification working 36.75 hours per week.
An example of duties you may perform will include:
- Teaching and learning at AQF7 level into the Midwifery and Nursing dual degree
- Teaching into the single degree where necessary
- Work closely with the Course Chair of the dual degree to deliver quality teaching in midwifery education
- Work closely with the PPL regarding PEP for the students
- Scholarship of teaching and learning resulting in scientific publications and quality improvement of the course
- Lead or contribute significantly to accreditation of the programs
- Post graduate teaching
- Supervision of HDRs and honours
The person is required to maintain clinical competence in midwifery practice and education. You will hold Doctoral level qualification in Midwifery and/or Nursing and have current registration as a Registered Midwife with AHPRA.
Application Closing Date: Monday 22 January 2024 11:59pm
Who Do You Contact:
For further information relating to the position, please contact Professor Karen-leigh Edward, Head of Programs, Nursing and Midwifery, by email
What We Offer:
For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging please visit
How to Apply:
To view a copy of the position description, please click . Your application must include:
- A cover letter;
- Your curriculum vitae/resume;
- Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description;
- Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registrations.
Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.
Victoria University is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. VU encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field.
