Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - Occupational Therapy

Reference Number: 1690420

About the Role:

Curtin University School of Allied Health invites applications for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as Lecturer (Teaching Academic) or Senior Lecturer (offered as either Teaching Academic or Teaching and Research Academic) in Occupational Therapy. This is a continuing fulltime position, tailored for an individual who excels in their field.

The role involves coordinating units, developing materials, and designing curricula, teaching and supervising students at various levels, and conducting educational and/or clinical research. The ideal candidate should have experience in clinical practice, teaching/clinical education, and building relationships with industry and the community. Desired capabilities include significant experience in a university setting, particularly in equity programs and supporting diverse students from various backgrounds and age groups, and significant experience in research.

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):

1. Education: A doctoral qualification in the relevant discipline (or equivalence and professional standing for a Teaching Academic Lecturer role – please see below).
2. Teaching Skills: Demonstrated high level teaching skill and a reflective approach to teaching delivery (including teaching occupational therapy students, colleagues, clients or family members).
3. Pedagogical Knowledge: An understanding of contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline and a record of contribution to scholarship in teaching.
4. Unit Coordination: Demonstrated experience or capacity to undertake the unit coordination role.
5. Communication: Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
6. Policy Commitment: Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.

For those applying for a Lecturer (ALB) position: If you do not hold a PhD qualification, please outline your equivalent experience in your cover letter with

reference to the following document: https://tinyurl.com/3r6yfaz4.

Please note that if your qualifications or experience look different from what we've described above, but you feel your skills and potential are a match to the capabilities we need, please apply. We are looking for diversity in experience.

If you would like to be considered for an ALC level (Senior Lecturer), please ensure that you also add the following criteria in addition to the above:

1. Research Record: An established record of research outputs in high quality refereed academic journals/outlets consistent with the discipline.
2. Grant Applications: A history of competitive grant applications.
3. Supervision: Demonstrated ability to supervise higher degree research students.
4. Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead major curriculum and/or research initiatives, and provide mentoring to less experienced staff.
5. Reputation: Evidence of an established national reputation and growing international profile, and a record of obtaining research income, including nationally competitive research grants and/or fellowships.

*Please note that each candidate will be assessed based on their skills, qualifications, and experience to determine the salary level.

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

Your new team: School of Allied Health

The School of Allied Health at Curtin University is a vibrant, collaborative, and community-focused school dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of people across Western Australia and beyond. Our teaching, research, and partnerships span a wide range of allied health disciplines, including exercise and sport science, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology and social work.

We are deeply committed to delivering an exceptional student experience - one that prepares graduates to be compassionate, skilled, and practice-ready professionals who make meaningful contributions to the communities they serve. Our staff are passionate educators, researchers, and practitioners who work closely with industry partners, health services, and community organisations to ensure our programs remain relevant, innovative, and responsive to emerging health needs.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This is a full time, permanent position, with a salary range between $121,857 - $144,352 (ALB) / $148,847 – $171,344 (ALC) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up to date resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) – maximum of four pages
• o Please indicate in your cover letter which role you are applying for – ALB or ALC.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 8:00pm (AWST) on Sunday, 01 November 2026.

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.