Lecturer - Speech Pathology

Reference Number: 1676183
  
About the Role:  
  
Are you a Speech Pathologist with extensive clinical experience? We are particularly looking for someone with experience working with people with disability and in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
  
Curtin University’s School of Allied Health invites applications for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as Lecturer (Teaching Academic) in Speech Pathology. This is a part-time (0.6 FTE, 3 days per week) continuing position, tailored for an individual who excels in their field.
  
In this role, you will coordinate units, develop learning materials and curricula, and teach and supervise students across a range of levels. The ideal candidate will bring experience in clinical practice, teaching and clinical education, and building strong relationships with industry and the community. Experience working in a university setting, particularly in equity programs and supporting diverse students across a range of backgrounds and age groups, is highly desirable.
  
Who we are looking for (selection criteria): 

1. Education: A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalence and professional standing – please see below.
2. Teaching Skills: Demonstrated high level teaching skill and a reflective approach to teaching delivery (including teaching speech pathology students, colleagues, clients or family members).
3. Pedagogical Knowledge: An emerging understanding of contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline.
4. Unit Coordination: Demonstrated experience or capacity to undertake the unit coordination role.
5. Communication: Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
6. Policy Commitment: Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.

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 

Your new team: School of Allied Health
  
The School of Allied Health at Curtin University is a vibrant, collaborative, and community-focused school dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of people across Western Australia and beyond. Our teaching, research, and partnerships span a wide range of allied health disciplines, including exercise and sport science, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology and social work.

We are deeply committed to delivering an exceptional student experience - one that prepares graduates to be compassionate, skilled, and practice-ready professionals who make meaningful contributions to the communities they serve. Our staff are passionate educators, researchers, and practitioners who work closely with industry partners, health services, and community organisations to ensure our programs remain relevant, innovative, and responsive to emerging health needs.
  
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 is a part time (0.6 FTE), permanent position, with a salary range between $121,857 - $144,352 (ALB) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.
  
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 two pages

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on *************@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 90***(option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.  
 
Applications close: 9:00pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 30 September 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.