Lead the Future of Social Work
Are you a passionate and visionary leader in Social Work? We are seeking an outstanding academic to shape the future of our Social Work Discipline. This is your chance to make a real impact—mentoring a team of talented academics, driving high-quality research, and fostering innovation in work-integrated learning.
Why Join Us?
- Lead with Purpose: Play a pivotal role in shaping social work education and research.
- Drive Impactful Research: Strengthen and grow key areas such as domestic and family violence, child and family wellbeing, forensic mental health, palliative care, and technology-supported social work interventions.
- Collaborate with Excellence: Work alongside major research centres and institutes, including Disrupting Violence, Inclusive Futures, the Centre for Mental Health Research, and the Griffith Criminology Institute.
- Make a Difference: Represent the highest levels, ensuring accreditation standards are met and contributing to the Australian Council of Heads of Social Work Education.
The Location & Lifestyle You Deserve
This full-time continuing role is based in stunning South-east Queensland, with the flexibility to work from either our Gold Coast or Logan campuses. Enjoy a work-life balance like no other, with access to world-famous beaches, breathtaking rainforests, and Brisbane, the host city of the 2032 Olympics, all within easy reach.
Associate Professor (Level D)
The full time equivalent base salary for an Associate Professor ranges from $162,935 - $179,505 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be $190,633 - $210,020 per annum.
Professor (Level E)
The full time equivalent base salary for a Professor is $209,883 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be $245,463 per annum.
Further to this salary package, the School of Health Sciences and Social Work are willing to support the right candidate with a range of additional benefits including:
- Relocation Support
- Start-up funds
- Salary Loading
- Visa Sponsorship (if required)
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and drive positive change, we want to hear from you!
