Lecturer in Dementia Studies

About the role

The Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre, a global leader in dementia research, education and public engagement, is seeking a Lecturer in Dementia Studies. The role contributes to fully online undergraduate and postgraduate dementia programs and to research that improves the lives of people living with dementia, their families, carers and communities. It is a full-time, ongoing position based at the Medical Sciences Precinct in Hobart.

Applicants can choose a workload model: a balanced academic role (40% teaching, 40% research, 20% service) or a teaching-intensive role (60% teaching, 20% research, 20% service).

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the University and the Wicking Dementia Centre in achieving its strategic objectives and operational responsibilities.
• Deliver high-quality scholarly undergraduate and/or postgraduate coursework.
• Help design curriculum and continuously improve learning experiences.
• Carry out high-quality research of national and international standing, secure external funding, publish findings and supervise research higher degree students.
• Maintain links with the discipline, related fields, the profession, industry and the wider community.

Required profile

• A PhD or equivalent with experience in dementia care, prevention, policy and/or public health approaches to dementia.
• Demonstrated experience in university-level teaching, including online learning programs.
• Record of building links with the discipline, profession, industry and community.
• Ongoing commitment to research with national recognition, evidenced by quality publications, conference presentations and preferably secured external funding.
• Australian, New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa.

What we offer

• Academic Level B appointment with a total package of up to $155,885, including base salary of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements, salary packaging and professional development opportunities.

Applications close 15 November 2026; interviews are expected in the week ending 27 November 2026. Applications include a CV and a cover letter addressing the role-specific requirements.