Associate Lecturer / Lecturer - Midwifery

• Full time, or part time (0.6FTE minimum), continuing (permanent)
• Competitive remuneration + 17% super contributions | Curtin Bentley Campus
• Top 100 in the world for Nursing (QS University Rankings by Subject 2026)

Reference Number: 1697342
  
About the Role:  
  
The School of Nursing is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Midwifery Associate Lecturer / Lecturer to join our multi award-winning Midwifery team in a full or part time (0.6 FTE minimum), continuing (permanent) teaching-focused position.
  
In this role, you will contribute to the delivery and coordination of specialised midwifery units across our Bachelor and Graduate Entry Midwifery programs, creating engaging learning experiences that connect contemporary scope-fulfilled midwifery practice with high-quality teaching. You will contribute to curriculum and learning resource development, assessment and feedback, while providing guidance and support to students throughout their studies.
  
Drawing on your professional expertise and knowledge of contemporary midwifery practice, you will bring current industry perspectives into the learning environment and contribute to innovative approaches to teaching and curriculum development. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues across the School, contributing to a supportive academic environment and the ongoing enhancement of the student learning experience.
  
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced midwifery professional and educator to share their expertise and help prepare confident, capable graduates for contemporary midwifery practice.
  
This position will commence in January 2027.
  
Who we are looking for (selection criteria): 

1. Registration as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
2. Progress towards a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline. Applicants seeking appointment at Lecturer (ALB) level will need to have completed a doctoral qualification (or equivalent accreditation and professional standing, where applicable)
   1. 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 (copy and paste link into web browser)
3. Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching, with a reflective approach and commitment to continuous improvement in teaching practice
4. Sound understanding of pedagogical theory and contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline, with a strong understanding expected at Lecturer (ALB) level
5. Demonstrated commitment to scholarship in teaching and professional development in higher education, with an emerging record of contribution to teaching scholarship expected at Lecturer (ALB) level
6. Demonstrated ability to contribute to curriculum review, innovation and development, with experience or capacity to undertake unit coordination expected at Lecturer (ALB) level
7. High-level communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to contribute to a collegial and supportive working environment and engage effectively with students and staff from diverse backgrounds

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.  
 
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 

School of Nursing
  
The Curtin School of Nursing is the longest-established nursing school in the Australian university sector. Since opening in 1974, the school has played a central role in Curtin’s leadership in health sciences education and research. Today, we rank in the top 100 in the world for Nursing in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
  
The school delivers undergraduate courses in midwifery, nursing, oral health therapy and paramedicine; and specialist postgraduate courses in areas ranging from critical care to child health and midwifery. 
  
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 full or part time (0.6 FTE minimum), permanent (teaching only) role attracts a remuneration of $85,872 - $115,862 (ALA) / $121,857 - $144,352 (ALB), plus 17% superannuation
 
*Please note that each candidate will be assessed based on their skills, qualifications, and experience to determine the salary level.
  
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) - no more than four pages
  • o Please confirm your preferred FTE – 1 FTE to 0.6 FTE minimum
  • o Please also advise on the level you are applying for – ALA / ALB

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 Wednesday, 11 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.