Senior Lecturer (Level C) - Nutrition and Dietetics

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

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.

The School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work is known for excellence in health education, research and clinical practice. Our fully accredited Nutrition and Dietetics program is recognised for innovative teaching, strong industry engagement, and its commitment to embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives throughout the curriculum. We are proud of our excellent student outcomes, strong research culture, and collaborative team of academics, clinical educators, and researchers. Applicants with expertise aligned to the School's strategic research priorities, including chronic disease prevention, community and public health nutrition, clinical nutrition, implementation science, food systems, nutrition education, or Indigenous health, are encouraged to apply.

As South East Queensland prepares to host the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Griffith University is seeking an outstanding Senior Lecturer (Level C) in Nutrition and Dietetics to join our high-performing academic team to contribute to the leadership and delivery of our Nutrition and Dietetics program through excellence in teaching, research, professional engagement, and academic citizenship. 

As a Senior Lecturer, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-informed and student-centred teaching;
• Develop innovative learning experiences that prepare graduates for contemporary dietetic practice;
• Support curriculum development, quality assurance, and accreditation activities;
• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, health services, and professional stakeholders;
• Lead and contribute to impactful research and supervise higher degree research students;
• Foster culturally safe, inclusive, and practice-informed learning environments;
• Contribute to academic leadership within the discipline and School.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A qualification in Dietetics and a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics or a closely related field;
• Accreditation as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD), or eligibility to practise as a dietitian in Australia;
• Demonstrated excellence in university teaching and curriculum development;
• An established record of research publications and growing research impact;
• Experience supervising honours and/or higher degree research students;
• Contemporary professional experience in one or more areas of dietetic practice, such as clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, community nutrition, food service management, or related fields;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated capacity to collaborate effectively across disciplines and professions.

This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range

The full-time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level C range $143,418 - $165,374 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $167,799 - $193,487 per annum.

Why Griffith?

Ranked among the world's leading universities, Griffith is recognised for its commitment to social justice, innovation, and transformational education. Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, we are proud of our people, our culture, and our focus on producing work-ready graduates who make a difference. You will join a collegial and supportive environment that values excellence in teaching, research, and community impact, while enjoying the lifestyle opportunities of the Gold Coast.

How to apply

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applications are encouraged from academics who are passionate about educating future dietitians, advancing impactful research, and contributing to a vibrant and collaborative academic community. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Rozanne Kruger, School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work at [email protected] .

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Lane Stachow, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]

Closing date: Monday, 30 November at 11:59pm AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.