ASSOCIATE DEAN MIDWIFERY
SCHOOL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
$166,295 to $182,832 PA PLUS 17% SUPER (ALEVD)
$213,161 PA PLUS 17% SUPER (ALEVE)
ONGOING, FULL-TIME, JOONDALUP CAMPUS

Lead and Inspire the Future of Midwifery in WA’s Top-Ranked School
At ECU, we are shaping the future of healthcare through world-class education, leadership, and innovation. The School of Nursing and Midwifery is recognised for its excellence in teaching, meaningful engagement with communities, and impactful, practice-based research. Ranked the #1 University in WA for Nursing (Good Universities Guide 2025) and maintaining a 5-star rating for undergraduate teaching quality for 18 consecutive years, we are proud to graduate the most registered nurses in Western Australia, while also delivering a growing and highly regarded midwifery program.

Our purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of communities through inclusive, socially accountable education and research. Guided by humanitarian principles of social justice, equity, and inclusion, we are committed to preparing the next generation of nursing and midwifery professionals to lead in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.

Our research agenda is structured across four strategic themes:

Acute and Chronic Disease Prevention, Management and Survivorship in Children, Young People and Adults
Centre for Research in Aged Care
Safe, Quality Midwifery Care
Safety, Quality and Workforce

These research pillars reflect our commitment to real-world outcomes and improving care across the lifespan. We work in close collaboration with major healthcare providers across WA, nationally, and internationally.

We are now seeking a dedicated, strategic, and future-focused midwifery academic to join our leadership team in the role of Associate Dean, Midwifery. This senior appointment provides a significant opportunity to shape the growth, direction, and visibility of midwifery education and practice within one of Australia’s leading Schools of Nursing and Midwifery.

As the Associate Dean, Midwifery, you will:

Lead the strategic direction, development, and delivery of high-quality midwifery education across undergraduate and postgraduate programs;
Advocate for excellence in midwifery education, research, and practice;
Build and strengthen clinical and industry partnerships to enhance student experience and workforce impact;
Mentor and support academic staff across teaching, research, and service;
Represent the School in key internal and external forums to elevate the profile and contribution of midwifery in healthcare and higher education; and
Contribute to the School’s senior leadership team and overall strategic planning.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior midwifery academic who is ready to shape the future of midwifery in a School that values integrity, innovation, and community impact. Based at our Joondalup campus in Perth, Western Australia, you will join a collaborative and passionate leadership team committed to educational excellence and transformative healthcare outcomes.

If you are a respected midwifery leader with a sustained track record in teaching, scholarship, and academic leadership – and are ready to contribute to the growth and impact of midwifery education in WA – we encourage you to apply.

Appointment Information
The successful applicant will be appointed to a full-time, ongoing position as Professor of Midwifery OR as Associate Professor of Midwifery, with salary of $166,295 - $182,832 (ALEVD) / $213,161 (ALEVE) plus 17% University superannuation. Appointment to the role of Associate Dean, Midwifery is for a three-year term.

Additional Benefits Include
Associate Dean Allowance of $21,316.
Generous relocation support.
Visa sponsorship (if required).
Flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
Formal mentorship will be provided.

Qualifications and Experience
The successful applicant:
Must be registered or eligible for registration as a nurse or midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia;
Will have completed a PhD;
Will have completed qualifications in education and/or can demonstrate educational experience within a tertiary or clinical practice setting;
Will have a sustained track record of research related activities within a tertiary education or clinical practice setting; and
Will demonstrate a sound professional and academic track record in nursing or midwifery.

You will also be required to demonstrate personal attributes that align with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage. ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.