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• Bring your paramedicine expertise to innovative teaching
• Apply contemporary research to curriculum design
• Part time, (0.5FTE), fixed-term role (6 months), based in Sydney, Hobart, Launceston or Burnie

About the opportunity

As a Lecturer in Paramedicine, your primary focus will be to develop and deliver high-quality teaching in Paramedicine courses, integrating contemporary research findings into curriculum development to address the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. This role enables you to influence the future of healthcare education and practices, aligning with the University's strategic goals of improving health and social outcomes on a local and global scale.

Your expertise in paramedicine, combined with a passion for teaching and research, will contribute to creating a learning environment that fosters innovation, critical thinking, and practical skills among students, shaping them into professionals ready to meet the challenges of the healthcare sector.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver exceptional teaching experiences, utilising innovative methods and technologies to engage students in both online and face-to-face settings.
• Contribute to the improvement of the Paramedicine curriculum, ensuring it remains current, comprehensive, and aligned with academic standards.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives, fostering relationships between the university, the industry, and wider community stakeholders.
• Pursue opportunities for professional growth and contribute to the academic community, enhancing the reputation of the School of Paramedicine.

­What we’re looking for:

•  Significant clinical paramedic experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development in a tertiary or clinical setting.
• Postgraduate qualifications in education and advanced clinical practice.
• Registration as a Paramedic or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 pro rata comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 pro rata plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Jules Foster, Senior Lecturer in Paramedicine, at: julieanne.foster@utas.edu.au or on 02 8572 6384.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 502872 - Lecturer in Paramedicine.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 19 April 2026, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

 As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.