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Associate Professor or Professor in Osteopathy


Company : Southern Cross University


Location : Gold Coast, Queensland


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Associate Professor or Professor in OsteopathyJoin to apply for the Associate Professor or Professor in Osteopathy role at Southern Cross UniversityAssociate Professor or Professor in Osteopathy10 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Associate Professor or Professor in Osteopathy role at Southern Cross UniversitySouthern Cross University provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Southern Cross University. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$161,784.00/yr - A$207,573.00/yrDirect message the job poster from Southern Cross UniversitySouthern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.About the opportunitySouthern Cross Universitys Faculty of Health provides an innovative learning environment focused on health promotion, disease prevention, multidisciplinary care, and culturally appropriate models in partnership with Indigenous communities. The faculty covers diverse fields including nursing, midwifery, social work, biomedical science, clinical exercise physiology, diabetes management, naturopathic medicine, and more. The Faculty of Health is seeking an Associate Professor, or Professor in Osteopathy. Your core responsibilities will include:Deliver high-quality, student focused teaching and course design, using emerging learning technologies across various delivery modes in line with University policies.Contribute to curriculum development and teaching, while engaging in teaching scholarship to enhance student experience and professional practices.Support the Facultys research profile through publications, grant applications, and active participation in research aligned with priorities, providing leadership and mentoring to early career researchers.Foster collaboration internally and engage in community and professional activities that enhance the Faculty and Universitys reputation, while supporting the professional development of staff.Undertake administrative duties, participate in Faculty meetings, contribute to governance, and supervise undergraduate honours and HDR students as required.About youYou are a senior academic leader with a national or international profile in Osteopathy or a related field, passionate about advancing teaching, research, and mentoring future generations of health professionals. Your expertise guides strategic decisions and contributes to academic leadership, partnerships, and institutional growth. More specifically, you will have:A PhD in a relevant area related to OsteopathyEstablished professional experience as an Osteopath, with current unrestricted registration with AHPRA or eligibility for registration if applying internationally - and preferably an advanced practitioner titling in Paediatrics, Pain Management, Sports Management, or Exercise-based Rehabilitation. For more information on international registration pathways, please refer to the Osteopathy Board of Australia or AHPRA websites.An outstanding record of achievement in tertiary education, including leadership in curriculum design, accreditation processes, and innovative learning design.Deep expertise in contemporary educational technologies and their strategic application across online, blended, and face to face learning environments.An internationally recognised research profile, demonstrated by high-impact publications, research leadership, successful supervision of research students, and collaboration with industry or community partners.Additional Requirement at Level D Successful record of academic leadership, including the ability to lead innovation and inspire excellence amongst colleaguesAdditional Requirement at Level E National or global contributions and esteem as an Osteopath, through associations, committees, keynote presentations at conferences, or other. Demonstrated success in research through successful grant applicationsSalary and benefitsThis is a full-time, continuing position at Academic Level D or E based at our Gold Coast campus. Generous relocation support is available to those relocating to commence the appointment. The level of appointment will be commensurate with the candidates qualifications, skills and experience.Academic Level D: $161,784 - $177,948 per annum, plus 17% employers contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $208,199.Academic Level E: $207,573 per annum, plus 17% employers contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $242,860.41.Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.Application requirementsApplicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description for the level of the position you are applying for by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting jobs@scu.edu.au.This opportunity is open to Australian and international applicants. If the successful candidate requires visa sponsorship, the University will work with the appointee to support visa and travel requirements.Further informationAdditional information is available in the position description or by contacting:Name: Vivian Cormier, Talent Acquisition Business PartnerEmail: Jobs@scu.edu.auClosing Date: 11.30pm, 3 August 2025Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the Universitys campuses are located.The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEducation and ResearchIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Southern Cross University by 2xGet notified about new Professor jobs in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.Southport, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoAssistant Professor A - Healthcare InnovationsAssociate Professor of General Practice and Primary CareSouthport, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoResearch Fellow- Grade 1 (Understanding Precarity in Australias Youth Workforce)Southport, Queensland, Australia 4 days agoSouthport, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoProfessor of Emergency Nursing - Joint Appointment (Griffith University & Gold Coast University Hospital)Southport, Queensland, Australia 6 days agoPhD Student Call for Expressions of Interest - Faculty of LawGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 11 hours agoProfessor and Head of Discipline, Occupational TherapyGold Coast, Queensland, Australia A$78,287.00-A$130,814.00 3 weeks agoLecturer or Senior Lecturer in OsteopathyGold Coast, Queensland, Australia A$110,611.00-A$155,046.00 9 hours agoThe Garnett Passe and Rodney Williams Chair in Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgerySouthport, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoHead and Dean, School of Education and Professional StudiesGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 6 days agoSouthport, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoUpper Coomera, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoSouthport, Queensland, Australia 15 hours agoSecondary Teacher (MY Maths, Science and Essential Maths) - Assisi Catholic College, UPPER COOMERAPimpama, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoAssociate Professor & Assistant Professor - Occupational TherapyGold Coast, Queensland, Australia A$134,792.41-A$184,208.27 1 week agoSecondary Teacher (Digital Technologies/Science/STEM) - Marymount College, BURLEIGH WATERSSecondary Teacher (Teacher of the Arts) - St Joseph''s College - COOMERAPimpama, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoSecondary Teacher (History and English Middle Years) - Aquinas College, ASHMOREGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoVarsity Lakes, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoSecondary Teacher (English and Religion) - St Joseph''s College - COOMERAPimpama, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoSecondary Teacher (History & Religion) - Marymount College, BURLEIGH WATERSWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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