School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Full-time, continuing position at HEW Level 8
Base salary will range from $120,317 - $134,892 + 17% Superannuation
Based at our vibrant St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Physiotherapist to join the dedicated and supportive Clinical Education team within our world-leading School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences as a Clinical Education Liaison Manager.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the coordination and continuous improvement of high-quality clinical practice experiences for our physiotherapy students. Working collaboratively with practice educators, academic colleagues, placement providers and administrative teams, you will strengthen clinical education, support students as they move towards professional practice and build purposeful partnerships across the health and education sectors.

Key responsibilities will include:

Develop, deliver and evaluate education, training strategies and resources for practice educators who facilitate and assess student learning in clinical settings.
Manage practice placement allocations and associated processes, ensuring students receive balanced experiences aligned with relevant professional standards.
Build collaborative relationships with public, private, education, industry and non-government stakeholders to develop and evaluate placement opportunities.
Monitor clinical education activities, lead placement administration and reporting, and support compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

About You

A degree in Physiotherapy with a minimum of five years relevant clinical experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the clinical education of students.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict management, with the ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders through networking and engagement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to advise diverse stakeholders and present effectively across a range of forums.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities through to successful completion.
Expert knowledge of, or ability to rapidly acquire, UQ and placement provider IT and human resource management systems to support effective leadership and management of clinical placements.
Initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving capability, supported by a commitment to improving operational and strategic outcomes.
A collaborative approach to working in interprofessional teams, with experience delivering workshops, tutoring, group facilitation or classroom teaching considered desirable.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Pascale Nijssen, School Manager, at p.nijssen@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number R-69355.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the ‘About You’ selection criteria above. Please note that applications received via email cannot be accepted.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks will include verification of your right to work in Australia, your qualifications, AHPRA registration, First Aid/CPR certification, driver’s licence and completion of mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-69355). Please note that interviews will be scheduled in the fortnight following the closing date.

Acknowledgment of Country:

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country.

Why Choose UQ?

At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide.

As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million).

Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries.

Career Development and Support:

UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.

Diverse and Inclusive Community:

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

Join the UQ Community:

Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work.

For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Clinical Education Liaison Manager – Physiotherapy