Allied Health Clinical Lead, Dietetics

• Lead excellence in remote, rural, and Indigenous health
• Full time 36.25 hpw | Fixed-term contract to 31 Dec 2026
• Excellent benefits including generous super and leave allowances
• Located in Emerald, this role offers a great opportunity to explore the Central Queensland Highlands while advancing your career
• Academic 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 a Clinical Lead in Dietetics to join our team at the Central Queensland Centre for Rural and Remote Health. This position can be base in Emerald, Biloela or Cloncurry.

ABOUT THE ROLE

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

With an adventurous spirit, innovative approach, and recognized registration in Dietetics, you bring experience in service-learning community rehabilitation and a strong passion for student support and teaching. Your ability to engage, influence, and collaborate across organizations, professions, and regions will enhance access to Allied Health services and advance the centre’s goal of improving health in rural and remote populations.

This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to transition from a traditional clinical role, work with Indigenous communities, experience rural Queensland, and receive full support for further academic pursuits such as a postgraduate degree, master's, or PhD.

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.

Service learning, an innovative approach to remote service delivery and workforce development, provides student-assisted, interprofessional services for adults and children in areas of high or unmet need, as identified by local providers and the community.

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 UniSuper
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Cash out annual leave and time in lieu options
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave
• A range of flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Ongoing professional development support
• Fitness Passport
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Relocation and Accommodation maybe negotiated

HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button to complete an application form, or apply directly through the JCU careers page by following the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload 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.

Applications close on xxxx at 11:55 PM AEST.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Professor Sabina Knight on 0417 823 933 or email [email protected].

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, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.