Lead excellence in remote, rural, and indigenous healthFull time 36.25 hpw | Fixed-term contract to 31 Dec 2026Excellent benefits including generous super and leave allowancesCan be based in Emerald, Biloela or ClermontAcademic Level B: $106,593 - $125,774+ 17% superannuation contributions.James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
We now have an exciting opportunity for an Allied Health Clinical Lead in Exercise Physiology to join our team at the Central Queensland Centre for Rural and Remote Health, this position can be based in Emerald, Biloela, or Clermont.
ABOUT THE ROLE With a mission to lead in excellence in remote, rural, and Indigenous health, you will engage directly with key community stakeholders. By collaborating with partner organizations, you will support students, allied health rural generalist trainees, supervisors, and health services, working together to build a skilled and confident allied health workforce for our region. This effort will also help shape future generations of the health workforce and influence rural and remote health policy.
Service learning is an innovative approach to remote service delivery and workforce development. It provides periodic, interprofessional, student-assisted services for adults and children in areas of high or unmet need, as identified by service providers and the community. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE With an adventurous spirit, innovative approach, and a recognised Exercise Physiology registration, you will have experience in service-learning community rehabilitation and can demonstrate a passion, experience, and capacity for student support and teaching. Your ability to engage, influence, and collaborate across organizations, professions, and regions will enhance access to Exercise Physiology services and help advance the centre's primary mission of improving the health of rural and remote populations.
ABOUT THE CENTRAL QUEENSLAND CENTRE FOR RURAL AND REMOTE HEALTH The James Cook University Central Queensland Centre for Rural and Remote Health (CQCRRH), located in Emerald, is part of a national network of 16 University Departments of Rural Health, funded by the Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training program as a workforce strategy.
This newly established centre focuses on enhancing clinical placements by integrating students into practices, services, organizations, and communities, with a strong emphasis on engaging Indigenous communities.
ABOUT EMERALD Emerald, the economic heart of the Central Highlands, is a bustling hub for rural health, education, and business. Known for its schools, farm machinery outlets, irrigation dam, and airport, the town was established in 1879 on Western Kangaulu country as a railway base. Over time, it has grown into the major regional centre and gateway to the Central Western district. Key industries include beef, agriculture, mining, health, tourism, and horticulture. With a young population and thriving schools, Emerald is located 270 km west of Rockhampton and 878 km northwest of Brisbane.
WHY JCU? JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;
A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper36.25-hour full-time working week5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading15 days paid sick/carers leave per yearCash out annual leaveUp to 6 months paid parental leaveA range of flexible working optionsAttractive options for salary packagingStaff study assistance and paid study leaveOngoing professional development supportFitness PassportCorporate discount on health insuranceFree Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)Relocation and Accommodation may be negotiatedHOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.
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Complete the application formUpload your current resumeUpload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.If you experience any issues with linking through to the application form from an external job board, please try the following link: jobs/allied-health-clinical-lead-exercise-physiology-biloela-qld-australia-emerald
Applications close on Sunday 5 January at 11:55 PM AEST.
For any enquiries about the role, please contact Asmita Mudholkar on or via email .
James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community is safe and welcoming.
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