Lecturer, Nursing and Midwifery

  • 493803
  • Mackay
  • Academic
  • Part time
  • Closing on: Dec 14 2025
  • Enjoy flexibility and impact – Part-time role (0.8 FTE) - 29 hours per week
  • Continuing position
  • Based in Mackay
  • Opportunities for research and teaching innovation.
  • Academic Level B - $109,791 - $129,547 +17% super and excellent benefits
  • Shape future healthcare professionals – Inspire nursing and midwifery students in a supportive academic environment.

 

James Cook University (JCU) is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Nursing and Midwifery to join our dedicated academic team in Mackay. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to teaching, research, and clinical education in a university committed to improving health outcomes in tropical, rural, and remote communities.

What you’ll do

  • Teach and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate subjects in nursing and/or midwifery.
  • Design engaging learning activities and assessments using flexible, blended, and online approaches.
  • Contribute to research and scholarship in nursing and midwifery.
  • Provide clinical supervision and support for students as required.
  • Engage with professional, community, and academic networks to advance JCU’s mission.

What we’re looking for

  • Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Midwife (or both) with AHPRA.
  • A Master’s or PhD in a relevant discipline (or significant progress towards completion).
  • Experience in learning, teaching, and curriculum development in tertiary education.
  • Knowledge of flexible and online teaching approaches.
  • Evidence of research and publication activity appropriate to career stage.
  • Ability to address issues unique to tropical, regional, remote, and Indigenous health contexts.

Desirable:

  • Endorsement or credentialling in a nursing or midwifery specialisation (e.g., mental health, diabetes educator, endorsed midwife, nurse practitioner).

Why join JCU?

✔ Competitive salary plus 17% employer superannuation
✔ Generous leave entitlements and salary packaging options
✔ Professional development opportunities
✔ Work in a supportive, inclusive environment with a strong focus on impact

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and help shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

  1. Complete the application form
  2. Upload your current resume
  3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role. 

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Dr Karen Theobald on 4781 5445 or via email karen.theobald@jcu.edu.au

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.  We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.

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