Senior Lecturer in Public Health and Health Promotion Work Integrated Learning

• Based at our Melbourne Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full time and continuing
• $149,230 – $171,602 (Level C) + 17% Superannuation
  
  

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of work-integrated and experiential learning within Deakin University’s School of Health and Social Development. As a Senior Lecturer, you will have the opportunity to influence how students engage with industry-connected education, creating meaningful learning experiences that bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice. Working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you will help strengthen connections between the University, industry and community partners to support impactful student outcomes.

You will play a key role in fostering innovative approaches to learning, building valuable partnerships, and contributing to a vibrant academic community committed to student success. Alongside teaching and scholarly activity, you will help shape educational practices that enhance graduate employability and prepare students to make a positive contribution to the health and social development sectors. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on students, industry and the broader community while advancing your own academic career at a university recognised for innovation and excellence.

• Drive excellence in work-integrated and experiential learning through innovative curriculum design, teaching and assessment that connect students with industry, community and professional practice.
• Lead impactful research and scholarship that advances evidence-based practice and contributes to improved educational, workforce and student outcomes.
• Develop and mentor emerging academics and practitioners through leadership, supervision and opportunities for professional and scholarly growth.
• Build and strengthen strategic industry and community partnerships to secure, maintain and expand high-quality placement, practicum and experiential learning opportunities.
• Enhance the student placement experience by providing academic leadership, fostering positive stakeholder relationships and supporting students throughout their professional learning journey.                                                                                      

• Hold a PhD or equivalent qualification, or bring an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education, together with a willingness to undertake a PhD.
• Have a strong track record in teaching, research and service, with experience delivering innovative curriculum and high-quality student learning experiences.
• Can demonstrate research impact and scholarly achievement, including research, supervision and/or scholarship in a relevant discipline area.
• Bring experience in work-integrated learning, placements or practicum programs, including building opportunities that connect students with professional practice.
• Excel at academic leadership and relationship building, with the ability to mentor others and foster strong partnerships across industry, community and university settings.
  
  

Please submit your current resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience along with responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Matthew Dunn (Associate Professor) on m.dunn@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Senior Lecturer, Level C 589621.pdf

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

Advertised: 15 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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