(Level D) $162,460 to $178,700 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

A full-time fixed-term Level D position is available immediately until the 31 December 2025.

An exciting opportunity exists for an Associate Professor (Level D) in the area of Speech Pathology to join the School of Allied Health Science and Practice in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. This is a unique opportunity to contribute as a leader within the speech pathology team to deliver our innovative teaching and research programs with our inclusive, future-focused team.

The successful candidate will bring their skill, creativity and experience and will play a pivotal role in leadership, teaching and research/scholarship at The University of Adelaide. The candidate will contribute to the operational delivery of the Speech Pathology program and will undertake broader leadership activities within the School of Allied Health Science and Practice and Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences.

To be successful, applicants will need:

• Completion of a PhD in the relevant discipline, or have equivalent qualifications and be eligible for registration with Speech Pathology Australia as a Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist.
• Established undergraduate and postgraduate level teaching skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness and leadership in curriculum development with a proven commitment to excellence in teaching and use of innovative teaching methods.
• Demonstrated experience of exemplary leadership and management within higher education.
• An established international reputation for research within the discipline area.
• Proven ability to build sustainable relationships with a range of industry partners and evidence of the ability to promote research links with outside organisations.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-caliber people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. And our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavor - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our core values are honesty, respect, fairness, discovery and excellence. And our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences contains one of Australia's largest concentrations of leading health researchers, teachers and clinical titleholders. It's comprised of seven schools and a number of specialist disciplines, institutes and centers, variously focused on world-class research, and training the next generation of: medical doctors; surgeons; dentists; nurses; psychiatrists; psychologists; and other health professionals.

Learn more at: health.adelaide.edu.au

If you want to change tomorrow, act today

Click the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to our online application form. Please ensure you address and upload your responses to all selection criteria.

Applications close 11:55pm Sunday the 23 February 2025.

For further information:

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Associate Professor Stacie Attrill,
Interim Head of School, Allied Health Science and Practice
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
P: 8313 3518
E: stacie.attrill@adelaide.edu.au

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.

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