Associate Professor/Professor, Discipline of Surgery- Randwick Clinical Campus

This job is based in Australia.

Employment Type: Part Time, 14 hours per week. The preferred candidate is able to negotiate a separate clinical appointment with the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, which may include a position at Prince of Wales Hospital as either a fractional Staff Specialist or a Visiting Medical Officer.

Duration: Continuing

Remuneration: Academic Level D $185K-$204K pro rata or Academic Level E $237,784 pro rata based on experience + 17% super + Annual leave loading

Location: Randwick, Sydney NSW

Visa sponsorship: Not available. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

Role overview

The Associate Professor / Professor (Level D or Level E) in Surgery will provide academic leadership and foster excellence in innovative teaching, research, and engagement within the discipline. Based at the Randwick Clinical Campus of the School of Clinical Medicine (SoCM), the role will work collaboratively across all SoCM clinical campuses and with the South-Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) to integrate teaching, research, and clinical care. The position is responsible for driving high-quality surgical education, leading original and impactful research, and contributing to curriculum design and delivery in alignment with UNSW's academic standards. The role will mentor staff and students, supervise Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates, and contribute to governance through active participation in committees and leadership groups.

Level D vs Level E:

• Level D: Focus on academic leadership within teaching and research, building national recognition, and developing strong collaborations to advance the discipline.
• Level E: Provides strategic leadership in the scholarship of learning and teaching, drives significant research of international standing, and maintains extensive national and international partnerships to enhance curriculum, student outcomes, and professional engagement.

This position requires a leader who can inspire, collaborate, and innovate across teaching, research, and engagement, and who is committed to advancing UNSW's values, research reputation, and educational mission within the Australian and international surgical community.

Responsibilities and requirements

• Medical qualification registrable in New South Wales, specialist training in a surgical discipline, and fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons or equivalent.
• A higher degree in a relevant discipline is desirable; strong research record with external funding and publications in top-tier journals.
• Demonstrated leadership and achievement in a managerial role in a university or clinical setting.
• Ability to lead and manage complex organisational change in clinical, research, and education settings; high-level skills in leadership, analysis, liaison, negotiation, and conflict resolution with multidisciplinary teams.
• Clinical subspecialty knowledge and expertise that complements current surgical services.
• Record of delivering quality improvement activities.
• Experience interacting with professional organizations and involvement in broader health system management.

Additional for Level E

• PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Evidence of achievement in leading educational strategy and delivering student outcomes at all levels.
• Experience as an educational leader with broad disciplinary expertise; curriculum development across professional levels.
• Knowledge of a range of pedagogical approaches; ability to innovate and develop further.
• Leadership of research projects and teams; supervision of honours and postgraduate research.
• Ability to attract internal and external funding for educational or research initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; ability to influence across disciplines, faculties, institutions, industry, and accreditation bodies.
• Evidence of being an inspirational mentor and commitment to equal opportunity and equity, diversity and inclusion policies.

Pre-employment Checks

• Verification of Qualification
• NSW Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one
• Criminal Records Check
• Vaccinations - based on Clinical Campus requirements; UNSW will adhere to NSW Health vaccination requirements or exemptions as applicable

Benefits and culture

UNSW recognises the contributions of staff and offers benefits including additional leave over the Christmas period, lifelong learning and career development, progressive HR practices, and discounts and entitlements.

How to apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted. Provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role. For the full position description, please view the Position Description link below.

Contact

Aarti
Talent Acquisition Associate

Applications close: Sunday 31st August before 11:30 pm

UNSW is committed to equity and diversity and to providing a safe and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those with caring responsibilities. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.