Company Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
We’re not just Australia’s top-ranked School of Nursing and Midwifery— we’re a community shaping the future of global healthcare. Join us to lead research that changes lives, mentor the next generation of midwifery leaders, and drive innovation in one of the most dynamic health systems in the world.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Australia’s #1 ranked university for nursing and midwifery
The Griffith School of Nursing and Midwifery excels in the areas of learning, teaching and research. We are committed to the development of nursing and midwifery practice, theory and research that transforms lives and health care. We develop graduates imbued with a solution-focused philosophy who make a positive difference in nursing, midwifery and healthcare, transforming the lives of those in their care.
Job Description
As a Senior Lecturer in Midwifery, you will provide academic leadership in contemporary midwifery education and research. You will teach into undergraduate and postgraduate midwifery programs, support curriculum innovation and development, and play a vital role in supervising Honours and Higher Degree Research students.
Within this position you will conduct high-impact research aligned with the School’s strategic focus areas, contribute to the midwifery research agenda, and collaborate across disciplines and with industry to inform evidence-based practice, transform maternity services improving maternal and newborn outcomes.
This role will also involve service contributions within the University and engagement with external stakeholders to strengthen partnerships across the health sector and broader community.
What we can offer
This is a full time, continuing position, primarily based at the Griffith University Logan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.
The base salary for a Senior Lecturer (Level C) position is in the range $138,702 - $159,936 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $162,281 - $187,125 per annum.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated and extensive commitment to higher education and the midwifery profession. In addition, the successful applicant will possess:
- Possession of a doctoral qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing.
- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a midwife or ability to apply and obtain.
- A research track record including successful research grants and publications in high quality journals.
Additional Information
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.
How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:
- A cover letter addressing your suitability for the position, referencing the listed qualifications and position description.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV), detailing your academic and professional history, including the names and contact information of referees.
Applicants must have unrestricted work rights. Visa sponsorship is not possible for this appointment. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
Further Information
- For further information about this role, please contact Professor Ann Bonner – Head of School, School of Nursing and Midwifery on hos.sonm@griffith.edu.au.
- For application support, please contact People Services on 07 3735 4011 and quote reference number REF7872M.
Closing date: Midnight, Friday 25 July 2025. All applications must be submitted online.