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School of Health | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs Academic Level B - $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation Full-time, ongoing appointment The School of Heath (SOH) Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health! Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come. The Opportunity Join our dynamic Physiotherapy Discipline and play a key role in delivering and advancing education in cardiorespiratory and orthopaedic physiotherapy. As a Lecturer in Physiotherapy, you will contribute to teaching, curriculum development, and research within the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) program, while supporting the preparation of students for contemporary professional practice. Working closely with the Discipline Lead, clinical partners, and fellow academics, you will help ensure our graduates are highly skilled, work-ready, and aligned with professional and accreditation standards. For more information please visit us online: School of Health You will: deliver high-quality teaching and contribute to curriculum development and coordination in cardiorespiratory and orthopaedic physiotherapy across undergraduate programs; establish and maintain strong clinical, industry, and community partnerships that support student learning, work-integrated learning, and curriculum relevance; and develop a growing research profile aligned with the School’s research priorities, including publications, grant activity, and supervision of Honours and higher degree research students. About you: You are a motivated and collegial academic with expertise in cardiorespiratory and orthopaedic physiotherapy and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research. You bring effective communication and organisational skills, enjoy working collaboratively, and contribute positively to an inclusive and high-performing academic environment. You will possess: Current registration to practice physiotherapy with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) and a minimum of five years’ clinical experience in cardiorespiratory and orthopaedic physiotherapy; Completion or near-completion of a PhD in a relevant field, or equivalent accreditation and standing; Demonstrated effectiveness as a teacher, evidenced through student feedback, peer review, and/or student learning outcomes, with the capacity to contribute to curriculum design and delivery in higher education; Evidence of an emerging research profile aligned with physiotherapy or health priorities, including publications, participation in research teams, and/or supervision of Honours or higher degree research students; and Strong communication, organisational, and collegial skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with academic, clinical, and industry stakeholders to support high-quality student outcomes. Desirable Postgraduate qualifications or advanced clinical experience in cardiorespiratory and/or orthopaedic physiotherapy; Experience in physiotherapy curriculum development, course coordination, or academic administration; and Experience as a clinical educator or supervisor across acute, rehabilitation, or community-based settings. UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830. Position Description: Lecturer in Physiotherapy - Cardiorespiratory and Orthopaedic UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia. All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at Careers at UniSC Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 11 March 2026.  Your completed application must include: a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description. Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact: Dr Cherie WellsDiscipline Lead, Physiotherapy – School of HealthTelephone: 07 5456 5022Email: cwells@usc.edu.au Discover UniSC We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni. We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities. Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2024/25 Good Universities Guide we have five-star ratings from key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, student support and learner engagement. Overall for teaching quality, we’re number one in Australia (postgraduate), and number one in Queensland (undergraduate). Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. In 2024,  we moved 97 places to be in the top 110 institutions in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2024). At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges. Our Culture & Benefits: Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart. Modern teaching & research facilities. Professional development and career pathway opportunities. We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative. Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options. Salary packing options + 17% Super. EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.

Tampere University aims at scientific excellence and societal impact in research. Its focus areas are technology, health, and society. The university regards the competence of staff as its most important strategic asset and supports its development. For further information, please visit www.tuni.fi/en. As a university-level initiative to boost scientific excellence, Tampere University launched the Tampere Institute for Advanced Study in 2021. The purpose of the Institute is to provide its Fellows an opportunity to concentrate on conducting research of highest quality and thus advance to their next career stage. To this end, the Institute grants Fellowships to researchers in all scientific fields represented at Tampere University. The Institute also invites leading international researchers for short visits, collaborates with similar institutes and organizes scientific events. Its activities are tightly connected with the research conducted in the faculties of Tampere University. The Tampere Institute for Advanced Study now calls for applications for nine (9) Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions. The positions will be filled full-time for a fixed-term period of two (2) years, starting on 1 September 2026 and ending on 31 August 2028. There are altogether six job postings (Tampere Institute for Advanced Study): Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Health), 3 positions Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Society), 3 positions Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Technology), 3 positions Senior Research Fellow (Health), 2 positions Senior Research Fellow (Society), 2 positions Senior Research Fellow (Technology), 2 positions Please note that you may submit only one (1) application—either for the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship or the Senior Research Fellowship—after selecting the option that best matches your current academic career stage, and only within one (1) focus area (health, society or technology). We ask you to ensure that you have applied for the intended position. If you have applied for more than one position, we will consider the latest application you submitted as the valid one. The positions are based in Tampere where the appointed Fellows are expected to be primarily physically present. Eligibility and evaluation of applicants To be eligible to apply for these Postdoctoral Research Fellowships, your doctoral degree certificate must be dated between 2 March 2021 and 2 March 2026 (certificates dated on 2 March 2021 and 2 March 2026 are eligible). Orientation towards intensive international research collaboration is appreciated but is not a necessary precondition for applying. Applications for these Postdoctoral Research Fellowships will be evaluated based on the scientific quality and the ambition of the proposed work plans as presented in the application materials. Work plans will be assessed against the following key evaluation criteria: High scientific quality and innovativeness Feasibility Academic achievement will be taken into account, assessed in relation to the length of the applicant’s past research career. We expect demonstrated ability to conduct independent research. Please note that the appointed Fellows may be expected to give postgraduate education of their field (up to 5% of total working hours). Shortlisted applications will be sent to external evaluators for review. Please note that interviews will not be conducted. For more information, please go first to Frequently Asked Questions We offer We offer a research-inspiring work environment with an excellent up-to-date infrastructure and a collaborative work community in three modern campuses, as well as high-quality support services for researchers. We also offer a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities and several restaurants and cafés on campuses. Please read more about working at Tampere Universities. Salaries are based on job demands and employees' personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow is placed on level 5-6 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for Postdoctoral Research Fellows at the Tampere Institute for Advanced Study is between €4100–4300 per month. Salaries can be negotiated after a period of six months from the beginning of employment within the salary system. A trial period applies to all our new employees. Tampere University will cover each Fellow's reasonable research-related costs, such as travel, publishing, and infrastructure operating costs. City of Tampere and Finland Tampere and its surroundings are, after the Helsinki metropolitan area, Finland's second most significant concentration of education, science, economy and culture. Getting to and around Tampere is effortless, no matter where you come from. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a centre of Finland’s information society. Among people living in Finland, Tampere has repeatedly ranked as #1 in the list of desired cities to live in. Tampere is also surrounded by vivid nature with forests and lakes, providing countless opportunities for easy-to-access outdoor adventures and refreshment throughout the year. For more information on the City of Tampere, please check Visit Tampere. Finland is among the most stable, free and safe countries in the world, based on prominent ratings by various agencies. Finland offers one of the most advanced and comprehensive social security systems in the world, including personal and family health care and a variety of family benefits. The Finnish educational system is renowned worldwide. For more information on Finland, please check InfoFinland and This is Finland. How to apply Please submit your application through our online recruitment system (link below).

Tampere University aims at scientific excellence and societal impact in research. Its focus areas are technology, health, and society. The university regards the competence of staff as its most important strategic asset and supports its development. For further information, please visit www.tuni.fi/en. As a university-level initiative to boost scientific excellence, Tampere University launched the Tampere Institute for Advanced Study in 2021. The purpose of the Institute is to provide its Fellows an opportunity to concentrate on conducting research of highest quality and thus advance to their next career stage. To this end, the Institute grants Fellowships to researchers in all scientific fields represented at Tampere University. The Institute also invites leading international researchers for short visits, collaborates with similar institutes and organizes scientific events. Its activities are tightly connected with the research conducted in the faculties of Tampere University. The Tampere Institute for Advanced Study now calls for applications for six (6) Senior Research Fellow positions. The positions will be filled full-time for a fixed-term period of three (3) years, starting on 1 September 2026 and ending on 31 August 2029. There are altogether six job postings (Tampere Institute for Advanced Study): Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Health), 3 positions Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Society), 3 positions Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Technology), 3 positions Senior Research Fellow (Health), 2 positions Senior Research Fellow (Society), 2 positions Senior Research Fellow (Technology), 2 positions Please note that you may submit only one (1) application—either for the Postdoctoral Research Fellowship or the Senior Research Fellowship—after selecting the option that best matches your current academic career stage, and only within one (1) focus area (health, society or technology). We ask you to ensure that you have applied for the intended position. If you have applied for more than one position, we will consider the latest application you submitted as the valid one. The positions are based in Tampere where the appointed Fellows are expected to be primarily physically present. Eligibility and evaluation of applicants To be eligible to apply for these Senior Research Fellowships, your doctoral degree certificate must be dated on 2 March 2023 or earlier. Orientation towards intensive international research collaboration is appreciated but is not a necessary precondition for applying. Applications for these Senior Research Fellowships will be evaluated based on the scientific quality and the ambition of the proposed work plans as presented in the application materials. Work plans will be assessed against the following key evaluation criteria: High scientific quality and innovativeness Feasibility Academic achievement will be taken into account, assessed in relation to the length of the applicant’s past research career. Please note that the appointed Fellows may be expected to give postgraduate education of their field (up to 5% of total working hours). Shortlisted applications will be sent to external evaluators for review. Please note that interviews will not be conducted. For more information, please go first to Frequently Asked Questions We offer We offer a research-inspiring work environment with an excellent up-to-date infrastructure and a collaborative work community in three modern campuses, as well as high-quality support services for researchers. We also offer a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities and several restaurants and cafés on campuses. Please read more about working at Tampere Universities. Salaries are based on job demands and employees' personal performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of Senior Research Fellow is placed on level 6-7 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for Senior Research Fellows at the Tampere Institute for Advanced Study is between €4800–5000 per month. Salaries can be negotiated after a period of six months from the beginning of employment within the salary system. A trial period applies to all our new employees. Tampere University will cover each Fellow's reasonable research-related costs, such as travel, publishing, and infrastructure operating costs. City of Tampere and Finland Tampere and its surroundings are, after the Helsinki metropolitan area, Finland's second most significant concentration of education, science, economy and culture. Getting to and around Tampere is effortless, no matter where you come from. The city is an industrial powerhouse that enjoys a rich cultural scene and a reputation as a centre of Finland’s information society. Among people living in Finland, Tampere has repeatedly ranked as #1 in the list of desired cities to live in. Tampere is also surrounded by vivid nature with forests and lakes, providing countless opportunities for easy-to-access outdoor adventures and refreshment throughout the year.   For more information on the City of Tampere, please check Visit Tampere. Finland is among the most stable, free and safe countries in the world, based on prominent ratings by various agencies. Finland offers one of the most advanced and comprehensive social security systems in the world, including personal and family health care and a variety of family benefits. The Finnish educational system is renowned worldwide. For more information on Finland, please check InfoFinland and This is Finland. How to apply Please submit your application through our online recruitment system (link below).