Associate Professor/professor (mental Health Nursing)

• Remuneration $219,295 pa
• Toowoomba

Associate Professor / Professor (Mental Health Nursing)

University of Southern Queensland Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia (On-site)

Joint Appointment between – USQ School of Nursing and Midwifery and Darling Downs Hospital and Health Services

The University of Southern Queensland and Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service are seeking an experienced, innovative, and driven Mental Health nursing professional in the role of Professor to be based at our Toowoomba campus. In this role you will be empowered to lead the outcomes associated with future development of mental health nursing practitioners through the delivery of a sustainable contribution underpinned by effective teaching and research programs and practices. Appointment may be considered at Associate Professor level.

About our partnership

The Division of Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs, Darling Downs Hospital (DHH) and Health Service provides specialist services to a large regional and rural area across Southern Queensland.

The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is a regional teaching and research institution committed to developing world-class programs of research, industry-relevant programs, work-ready graduates and driving economic and social development.

With a reputation for outstanding professional education, the School of Nursing and Midwifery looks to ensure first rate education and research opportunities for all students and professionals in partnership with community alignment. Our programs are practice-focused and fully accredited with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. To find out more about USQ visit School of Nursing and Midwifery.

Key accountabilities:

This position provides an outstanding opportunity to establish and promote a collaborative research partnership, in a postgraduate education pathway underpinned by a multidisciplinary environment including:

• The realization of social and economic benefits which advance the research image and reputation of UniSQ and DDH at a national and international level that translate to research income.
• Lead, mentor and empower research teams across sophisticated research projects
• Provide leadership and engagement opportunities to USQ and DDH employees in community focused affiliations, particularly those related to Mental Health Nursing, in professional, commercial, and industrial sectors

About you

We are particularly interested in your experiences related to an outstanding record of scholarly accomplishment, research, and engagement. To truly succeed in this role, you will be recognised as a leading authority in Mental Health Nursing and possess the following:

• Current Nurse registration with, or eligible for, registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand Resident, Pernanent Resident of currently have applicable Australian work rights.
• A distinguished research track record, including high-quality publications, external funding or other relevant applied research outcomes
• Validated capability in leading, coaching and mentoring of others in developing constructive and effective work teams
• Demonstrated experience in driving and delivering engaged and reflective approaches to teaching that produce the best possible outcomes for students
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills that foster and reflect effective and collaborative relationships

About Toowoomba

Toowoomba is Australia’s second largest inland city with a regional population of approximately 170,000 and projected growth of some 40% by 2032. Toowoomba thrives on its eclectic mix of casual and metropolitan cafés providing award-winning fine dining, shopping opportunities and theatre offerings. The city offers comprehensive private and state educational options, an extensive health support network and excellent recreational facilities, all within a short drive to Brisbane. There has never been a more exciting time to live, work and play in the region.

What we offer

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and aim to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups.

Term:  Full time or Part-time appointment may also be considered.

Salary : Appointment will be made at Level D or Level E, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Level D: Total remuneration range $174,436.49 to $191,814.11 pa (includes salary range of $147390.36 to $162073.60 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading)

Level E: Total remuneration $223,681.48 pa (includes salary of $188,999.98pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading)

At USQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision making.

The University of Southern Queensland is partnering with UniRecruit to undertake a search for high caliber candidates for this position.  Further information on the role is available in the Position Description.