Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics-Medical Nutrition Therapy-Sydney Nursing School

• Full time continuing role based at Camperdown campus

• Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics -Medical Nutrition Therapy, at Sydney Nursing School

• Base Salary level B $127,436 - $151,328 or Level C $156,103 - $179,998 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery (Sydney Nursing School) is the school of choice to nurture global citizens in health and wellbeing. We are currently ranked #1 in Australia and #14 globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. As a leader in nursing research and education, Sydney Nursing School produces graduates who possess critical thinking skills and knowledge to provide exceptional care for individuals both locally and globally. We are also home to the Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health. Sydney Nursing School is one of seven schools in the Faculty of Medicine and Health. Our dedicated academic staff are committed to fostering a learning environment that nurtures students to become global citizens in health and wellbeing. We integrate teaching, research, and scholarship with practice and policy development, while fostering engagement with all health professions. Our experienced staff, many of whom have worked in frontline healthcare services, make a real difference to the healthcare landscape in Australia and internationally.

Sydney Nursing School offers a supportive and collegial environment with many opportunities for professional development. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and diverse and we encourage applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and persons with disabilities. Applicants who are willing to embrace our vision and are interested in driving forward our strategy for continuously improving our research impact, student experience, and a respectful, collaborative, culturally safe and person-centred workplace culture are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are seeking to employ a suitably qualified Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics with experience in the area of medical nutrition therapy. Post graduation experience in hospital or private practice settings is required. You will be a talented educator with a passion for and demonstrated excellence in teaching, inclusive of experiential learning and research and you will have completed a PhD and received the Accredited Practising Dietitian credential.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

For level B

• undertake independent teaching and apply research or scholarly activity to enhance educational practices and outcomes-specifically teaching postgraduate students in nutrition and dietetics and supervision of the 10 weeks clinical dietetics placement program

• conduct original research independently or as part of a team, focusing on publication, conference presentations, and securing research funding

• engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences which meet the university’s expectations and standards for education including delivery of lectures, seminars, tutorials online and in person

• develop innovative teaching approaches and evaluate teaching and learning effectiveness for continuous improvement

• carry out governance tasks and contribute to faculty/school meetings

• contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled

• understand and contribute to furthering the university and faculty/school strategic agenda

• build a professional profile through participation in conferences, seminars, and outreach activities

• engage in translational research and establish collaborations for research, development, commercialisation, and policy improvement

In addition, for Level C:

• provide leadership that has a significant impact on teaching, innovation, curriculum development, research training and supervision within the school or faculty

• coordinate activities of academic staff and provide training and mentorship to less experienced lecturers

• establish partnerships, collaborations and engage in translational research for impactful outcomes in research, development, commercialisation, and policy improvement

About you

• PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics

• Accredited Practising Dietitian with Dietitians Australia

• proven experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity and a developing research profile in your area of expertise

• demonstrated experience in teaching and learning within an established program in nutrition and/or dietetics and in a variety of settings relating to medical nutrition therapy

• proven experience in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives

• a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders

• strong communication skills confident in delivering presentations and in communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

In addition, for Level C:

• significant experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity in nutrition and dietetics and growing national research profile in your area of expertise

• significant experience in teaching and learning within an established program in nutrition and/or dietetics and in a variety of settings relating to public health and nutrition or relevant health services delivery

• an established network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders

• reputation at a national level as influential in expanding knowledge, pedagogical or curriculum innovation

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au.

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Sunday 07 September 2025 11:59 PM