Associate Lecturer in Nursing

• Ready to step into academia and share your nursing expertise?
• UC Level A, Salary Range $81,870 pa - $110,649 pa (pro rata) plus 17% Super
• Part-time 30 hours per week, 12-month Fixed Term Opportunity

University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation, opportunity and a launchpad for a diverse cohort including first-in-family students and future leaders alike. If you are looking for a career that matters with a welcoming, values based, forward-thinking institution, come build your future with us.

We are seeking a passionate and student-centred Associate Lecturer in Nursing to join our Discipline of Nursing in this 12-month fixed-term, part-time opportunity (30 hours per week). This education-focused role is ideal for a Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and creating engaging learning experiences for undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.

• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, practical classes and flexible learning activities with the support of senior staff
• Contribute to unit coordination, including organisation of learning materials and activities
• Undertake marking and assessment in line with academic standards
• Provide timely communication, guidance and pastoral care to students

The successful candidate will be AHPRA registered and hold, or be working towards, relevant tertiary education qualifications. With excellent communication and organisational skills, you will bring a proactive, collegial approach to teaching and unit support. Relevant teaching or clinical education experience is desired.

• Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

• Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, the successful candidate will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.

Please apply with your CV and a 1-page cover letter. In your cover letter, we ask that you tell us why you would like to work at UC and what has motivated you to pursue an education-focused teaching role in nursing.

Position Description - Associate Lecturer in

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Please contact Jo Gibson, Discipline Lead in Nursing, jo.gibson.au.

Please contact the Talent Solutions team on  or email uctalent.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 15 March 2026