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$251,702
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Kessels Road, Nathan Queensland 4111, Australia
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About the role
Company Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
We’re not just Australia’s top-ranked nursing school, we’re a community shaping the future of global healthcare. Join us to lead research that changes lives, mentor the next generation of nursing leaders, and drive innovation in one of the most dynamic health systems in the world.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Australia’s #1 ranked university for nursing and midwifery
The Griffith School of Nursing and Midwifery excels in the areas of learning, teaching and research. We are committed to the development of nursing and midwifery practice, theory and research that transforms lives and health care. We develop graduates imbued with a solution-focused philosophy who make a positive difference in nursing, midwifery and healthcare, transforming the lives of those in their care.
Our graduates are solution-focused, compassionate professionals who make a meaningful difference in nursing, midwifery and healthcare worldwide.
Through our world-class undergraduate and postgraduate programs, research collaborations, consultancy, and continuing education, we strive to positively influence and lead innovative, clinically and socially relevant research and teaching with global impact.
Job Description
We invite outstanding leaders in nursing research and education to join our internationally recognised School of Nursing and Midwifery as a Professor (Level E) of Nursing.
This role is ideal for a distinguished academic with a sustained, high-impact research program aligned with Australia’s national research priorities (NHMRC, MRFF, ARC), and a demonstrated record of securing competitive funding, publishing influential research, and supervising HDR candidates to completion.
You will be a recognised authority in Nursing, promoting excellence across research, teaching, engagement, and leadership. You will have achieved international recognition through original, innovative, and distinguished contributions to the field of nursing, which is demonstrated by sustained and excelled performance.
In this position you will:
- Deliver a full spectrum of academic responsibilities, spanning research, learning, and teaching.
- Conduct high-quality impactful research and generate competitive research funding.
- Provide academic leadership ensuring consistently high-quality experiences and outcomes are achieved for higher degree research (HDR) candidates.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the community.
- Champion a values-led, collaborative academic culture aligned with Griffith’s strategic priorities.
This is a continuing, full-time position based at our vibrant, world-class campuses across Southeast Queensland, including Nathan (Brisbane South), Logan, and the Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated and extensive commitment to higher education and Nursing. In addition, the successful applicant will demonstrate:
- Possession of a doctoral qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing.
- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered nurse or ability to apply and obtain.
- A proven track record of internationally recognised research that advances nursing science and impacts healthcare delivery.
Visa sponsorship is possible for this appointment for candidates who do not hold valid Australian work rights. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
Benefits
Salary Range
The base salary for Professor (Level E) is $215,130 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is equal to $251,702 per annum.
Further to this salary package, the School of Nursing and Midwifery is willing to support the right candidate with a range of additional benefits including:
- Relocation Support.
- Start-up funds.
- Visa Sponsorship (if required).
Job Overview
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Date Posted19 November 2025
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CompanyDirect Company
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Job TitleProfessor of Nursing - Nathan QLD
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SectorEducation
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TypeFull time
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Annual Salary$251702
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LocationKessels Road, Nathan Queensland 4111, Australia
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Who Can ApplyBoth - Onshore & Offshore Applicants
Open to & Visas Supported
Location
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Kessels Road, Nathan Queensland 4111, Australia