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Semester Academic - Occupational Therapy

Casual Appointments
Reference number: 117543107

About the position

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

  • Be part of a forward-thinking occupational therapy academic team with a passion for teaching and mentoring students.
  • Contribute to a global program accredited by leading bodies internationally.
  • Engage in a dynamic and supportive teaching environment.

Join Australia’s number one University for student experience*, and enjoy staff benefits including:

  • Free staff car parking
  • Access to training and development within a university environment
  • Staff wellbeing program
  • Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
  • Corporate health and finance discounts
  • Access to Medical Centre and Counselling Services
  • Access to Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

Bond University’s Occupational Therapy (OT) discipline is looking for qualified and experienced candidates to teach to our Postgraduate OT programs. We are seeking a variety of clinical expertise across the full scope of occupational therapy practice.

Our OT Discipline offers students an innovative Master of Occupational Therapy and a newly established Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy. Both programs are accredited by the Occupational Therapy Council of Australia and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) in the United States and approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy.

Semester Academics are casual teaching focused positions and include all aspects of subject delivery including clinical supervision; preparing high quality subject and learning support materials; conducting face to face teaching; being available for consultation with students; designing and marking assessments; finalising grades; and undertaking administrative duties related to teaching and learning.

These positions are available on an ‘as- needed’ basis to meet academic teaching requirements for the Occupational Therapy discipline.

About the person

We are looking for candidates to have the following:

  • A master’s degree or higher qualification in a relevant field such as Occupational Therapy
  • Full registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA
  • Substantial experience in Occupational Therapy i.e. Clinical background/experience in clinical OT practice.
  • A commitment to high quality teaching and learning.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills, including an ability to engage effectively with students.
  • Skills in digital technologies and information systems
  • Availability to teach on campus and/or Clinical practice supervision

Salary details

Applicants will be remunerated in accordance with the Bond University Casual Academic pay scales. Please note, that hours for these roles are casual in nature and may vary depending on the operational requirements of the faculty.  

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Professor Susan Brandis, Head of Occupational Therapy Mobile: 04 3714 3704 Email: [email protected]

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the following:

Applicants can apply using the Apply Now button.  All candidates are required to register online via our candidate portal prior to submitting an application. To support your online application, we request that you submit the necessary supporting documents. These documents should include your Curriculum Vitae/Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above.

For current Bond University staff, apply directly via HR Connect, log in with staff credentials, from the Home dashboard select Careers, select the role and apply.

If you require any assistance with your application submission, please visit Applying for jobs at Bond.

Applications close: 5:00pm, Sunday, 29 September 2024

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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