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Join to apply for the Associate Professor in Nursing role at Southern Cross University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Southern Cross University provided pay range This 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 range A$167,446.00/yr - A$184,176.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Southern Cross University At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you. A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, its about the heart, connectedness and community youd hope for in a regional university. But theres also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you. You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great. Your opportunity Southern Cross Universitys Faculty of Health is seeking an Associate Professor in Nursing to join our dynamic academic community. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of nursing education and research, not just through your own scholarly work, but by building the research capacity of others. This is a unique opportunity to mentor clinical nurses in hospital settings, support early-career researchers, and drive collaborative health research with real world impact. You will make an impact by: Delivering highquality, studentcentred teaching across face to face, blended, and online modes, contributing to curriculum innovation and enhanced learning experience Providing academic leadership in teaching, learning, and curriculum development, including integration of educational technologies and best practice Leading the development of nursing research capacity among Level 2 and 3 nurses, with a focus on mentoring, research training, and capability building, rather than conducting research independently Collaborating with Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) to design and deliver research workshops, facilitate training, and support clinical staff in the development of grant proposals and ethics applications. Balancing onsite engagement with flexible work from home time for documentation, grant writing, and research design. This role suits someone driven, adaptable, and ready to invest in their professional growth. Fostering strategic partnerships across the University, health services, and community to support the Facultys research, teaching, and engagement priorities What you will bring Youre passionate about advancing nursing education and research, fostering student success, and strengthening partnerships between academia and the health sector to drive innovation and improve health outcomes. To succeed in this role, you will also need: A doctoral qualification in Nursing or a related field, and current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division1) Proven excellence in universitylevel nursing education, with experience in evidencebased, inclusive teaching across blended and online platforms A developing research track record, including publications, supervision experience, and active scholarly engagement A passion for mentoring and developing others, especially earlycareer clinicians and postdoctoral researchers building their academic track record and research confidence Strong academic leadership skills, including course coordination, and a commitment to professional development, equity, diversity, and workplace safety The drive to take the next step in your academic career, ready to grow your impact and move into a leadership role in nursing research, while continuing to build momentum with grants, networks, and collaborative projects. This is a career defining opportunity for someone passionate about research and building capability in others. Why Southern Cross University SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means youll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And youll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. Its about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, were integral to all these wonderful communities. Your opportunity is: Fulltime, continuing (permanent) Located at either Gold Coast, QLD4225, or Lismore, NSW2480. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities. Academic LevelD. The base salary ranges from $167,446$184,176 per annum, plus 17% employers contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $215,485. You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and worklife balance. For more information on our benefits and what its like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University. Be more with Southern Cross University today Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information. To view the full position advertisement and details of the application process, please click on the APPLY button where you will be redirected to the Southern Cross University website. Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process, reach out to [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr