Senior Lecturer, Health Service Management

• Join the School of Health Sciences at Swinburne University
• Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic Level C salary + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role
Are you passionate about developing the next generation of health leaders? Join Swinburne University of Technology as we launch an exciting new Health Service Management major within our Bachelor of Health Sciences.

This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in establishing and growing an innovative discipline that prepares graduates for future-focused careers across Australia's evolving healthcare sector. You'll combine your expertise in teaching, research and industry engagement to help shape curriculum, inspire students and drive meaningful research with real-world impact.

As a Senior Lecturer, you'll work collaboratively with the Course Director, Department Chair and academic colleagues to play a key role in delivering and advancing the Health Service Management major within the Bachelor of Health Sciences and related programs. This role will:

• Lead and deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across face-to-face and online environments. 
• Drive curriculum innovation and contribute to the ongoing development of the new Health Service Management major. 
• Build a high-quality research program aligned with the School's strategic priorities. 
• Supervise Higher Degree by Research students and mentor emerging researchers. 
• Strengthen partnerships with industry, government and the broader health sector. 
• Contribute to academic leadership, program coordination and the ongoing success of the Department.

At Swinburne, we believe research and education should create real-world impact. You'll join a collaborative, future-focused university that values innovation, industry engagement and academic excellence. With access to world-class facilities, supportive colleagues and strong industry partnerships, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the future of health education and research.

If you're ready to help shape an exciting new discipline while advancing your teaching, research and industry impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About You
We're looking for an experienced academic who combines teaching excellence with a strong research profile and a passion for improving health systems. You’ll bring: 

• Demonstrated expertise in Health Service Management, health systems, or a closely related discipline. 
• Experience designing and delivering high-quality university teaching and innovative curriculum. 
• A strong track record of research excellence, including high-quality publications and successful competitive grant funding. 
• Experience supervising postgraduate research students. 
• Well-established industry and professional networks within the Australian health sector.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. 
• A commitment to creating inclusive learning environments and fostering student success.

Please refer to the Position Description for the full list of duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications
A doctoral qualification in an area of Health Service Management, Public Health, or related disciplines. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in Health Service Management.
Additionally, a teaching qualification would be highly desirable.

About Swinburne University of Technology 
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.   

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

 
Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply 
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.  

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at ***************@swin.edu.au 

Applications Close: Sunday 30 August 2026, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact ***************@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.  Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only.  General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to ***************@swin.edu.au.

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.  

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.
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