• Support student workplace learning placements in private and public sector
• Teach across a range of physiotherapy practice areas
• Contribute to academic administration and curriculum development

The Role

• Fixed Term (until December 2023), Full Time
• $97,910 to $116,171 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Orange

We are currently seeking an experienced Physiotherapy professional to join the School of Community Health to actively deliver high quality student centred learning opportunities through face-to-face and online delivery modes.

The successful candidate must have substantial experience in a range of physiotherapy areas, including chronic care and neurological physiotherapy practice, with a sound understanding of both public and private sector physiotherapy services.

Applications are highly sought from those who can demonstrate a commitment to regional, rural and remote healthcare and practice, with a willingness and ability to teach across practice areas, support workplace learning placements, and facilitate opportunities for physiotherapy students.

To be successful you will have:

• A doctoral or masters qualification relevant to physiotherapy or equivalent accreditation and standing
• Eligibility for registration as a Physiotherapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Sound knowledge and understanding of contemporary physiotherapy gained through industry experience and/or scholarly activities or similar
• A willingness to contribute to and support workplace learning placements for physiotherapy students in both public and private sectors
• Commitment to the delivery of high quality student centred learning and teaching

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

The Faculty of Science delivers flexible, innovative teaching programs which provide graduates with the skills and knowledge to build a career, advance their profession and contribute to their community. We currently have more than 9000 students and over 500 staff dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge.

We are a leader in strategic and applied research in a wide array of sciences. We enhance and extend knowledge, train and educate future researchers and provide scientific solutions to current challenges. We achieve this through ethical practice, professional collaborations, industry involvement and a commitment to continual improvement.

We also provide a range of health and other services to our regional communities through our enterprise activities.

The School of Community Health has a diverse range of staff who work together in the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and community engagement. The School is focused on five professional courses including health and rehabilitation science, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry and speech pathology.

Staff in the School of Community Health are committed to work with regional and rural communities to train and graduate future health professionals; we use research to find answers to community questions; and we work together to support people to become agents for positive change within their community.

The School provides students with clinical training opportunities through the operation of commercial clinics offering services in Podiatry and Speech Pathology.

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice Citation and our Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional Award. Charles Sturt is also a participating member in the Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in the position description. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further Information

Additional information is available in the Position Description or by contacting:

Associate Professor Michael Curtin | Head, School of Community Health| mcurtin@csu.edu.au | Ph: (02) 6051 9209

Closing Date: 11 pm, 25 April 2021