Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor – Physiotherapy (Sydney)

About the role

The University of New South Wales is seeking a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Physiotherapy to join its School of Health Sciences on the Kensington Campus. The role can be appointed in an Education‑Focused stream or a Teaching & Research stream, depending on the candidate’s expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and continuously improve physiotherapy curricula, with a strong emphasis on musculoskeletal practice.
• Deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Lead accreditation activities and contribute to professional engagement.
• For Teaching & Research appointments: develop an independent research programme, secure funding, supervise higher‑degree candidates and build collaborative partnerships.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a culture of teaching and research excellence.

Required profile

• PhD in Physiotherapy or a related health/medical discipline.
• Current registration with AHPRA as a physiotherapist in Australia.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
• Commitment to evidence‑based practice and its translation into teaching.
• Experience in curriculum design, learning development and accreditation processes.

Required skills

• Musculoskeletal physiotherapy

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position (35 hours/week) with a salary range of AUD 155,000–200,000 plus superannuation and leave loading.
• Opportunities for leadership in teaching, research and professional service.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a collaborative academic environment.