Associate Professor, Program Lead Nursing Full Time NEW

This Job is based in AustraliaAssociate Professor, Program Lead NursingEmployment Type: Full – time (35 hours a week)Duration: ContinuingRemuneration: $185k – $204k base (+17% superannuation, leave loading)Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position. Location: Some NSW site travel required (Port Macquarie, Liverpool clinical campuses), but flexible working considered. UNSW Discipline of Nursing The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is establishing a Discipline of Nursing within the School of Population Health. The first nursing program to be developed is the Graduate Entry Master of Nursing Program, that will commence in 2028.The Opportunity The Program Lead for Nursing provides academic, strategic, and operational leadership for nursing programs at UNSW, driving excellence in research, innovative teaching, and engagement. The role focuses on developing and enhancing high-quality nursing education, strengthening clinical partnerships, and advancing interdisciplinary research and workforce development. It plays a key role in shaping the future of nursing at UNSW, ensuring alignment with national priorities, workforce needs, and UNSW’s Progress for All strategy.Key Skills And Experience RequiredA PhD in Nursing or related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.A strong record in research and obtaining external funding.Registered Nurse eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).Experience with curriculum accreditation and alignment with NMBA and TEQSA standards is desirable.Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, development and delivery of courses and programs, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels.Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence and fostering this in others.Demonstrated experience with industry or work-integrated learning.Evidence of professional development of teaching practice in self and others, with the ability to advance and lead an inclusive culture of excellence in learning and teaching.Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to work and influence across disciplines.Proven leadership of research projects and leadership of research teams, including high quality supervision of honours and postgraduate research projects.Demonstrated capacity to lead by example in supporting equal opportunity and equity, diversity and inclusion policy and programs as they relate to staff and students.Full details can be found in the position description.UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:Flexible Working arrangements (work from home, flexible hours) Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidaysCareer development opportunities Up to 50% discount on UNSW coursesFlexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)How To ApplyPlease click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate cover letter addressing the key skills and experience for the role listed in the Position Description.Pre-Employment ChecksPreferred RequiredAligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:Confirmation of Aboriginality documentationNational and International Criminal history checksEntitlement to work and ID checksWorking With Children ChecksCompletion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention DeclarationVerification of relevant qualificationsVerification of relevant professional membershipEmployment history and reference checksFinancial responsibility assessments/checksMedical Checks and AssessmentsCompliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.EnquiriesMerita O’Connell – Talent Acquisition Partner E: merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au Applications close: Sunday 17th May before 11.30pm Sydney time.UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.