• Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus
• Part-time 0.6 FTE and fixed term from 17 August 2026 to 13 August 2027
• Level B $117,684 - $139,191 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata part-time)

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university headquartered in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across our campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India, and our vibrant online environment. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

The Faculty of Health is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching, learning, creating and fostering cutting-edge research and discovery. The School of Health and Social Development places high emphasis on education and research that makes a difference and is solution-led. We work closely with industry partners and the government to put findings into practice.

About the role:

The Speech Pathology Lecturer (Industry Professional) will contribute to the teaching teams in the postgraduate programs to enhance the student learning experience and outcomes. This is your opportunity to contribute to making a direct impact on the Master of Speech Pathology program through clinical education support and teaching related activities.

This position is suited to a person with current clinical expertise, clinical education experience and a passion for developing and delivering effective teaching practices to support high quality learning and success for speech pathology students. A keen interest in engagement with the disability sector to support teaching and employability is also necessary.

As a Lecturer in Speech Pathology, you will:

• Apply industry, clinical and/or research practice into student learning experiences, success, engagement and resources.
• Contribute to the review of units and courses and implement refinements.
• Support the development and delivery of clinically-focussed learning opportunities across the curriculum
• Adopt new innovation in curriculum design at the unit level in consultation with unit chairs and deliver learner-centric, research-informed teaching practices
• Provide academic support to students whilst undertaking clinical placement activities and guide students to appropriate support services                                                                                                                        

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Master of Speech Pathology or other relevant qualifications with relevant professional experience;
• Recent (within the last five years) speech pathology practice experience
• Knowledge, understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and contemporary issues.
• Excellent record of scholarly learning and teaching in UG and/or PG programs.
• Knowledge of effective clinical teaching practices to improve student success and wellbeing.
• Ability to contribute to communities through teaching and/or research and excellent interpersonal skills

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Hayley Dell'Oro on h.delloro@deakin.edu.au Senior Lecturer in Speech Pathology

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD Speech Pathology Lecturer - Industry Professional 585115.pdf

Applications for this position close at 11.55pm on the 2nd of June

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders. 

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.