O&G Clinical Teaching Fellow

Role type: Fixed term for 2 years, 0.1 FTE (Western Health – Joan Kirner)
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences
Department/ School: Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Newborn Health
Salary: Level B $124,656 - 148,023 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super

- Develop skills as a medical educator / Teach and mentor future practitioners / Engage in academic innovation.

- Apply now to shape the future of women’s health education and enhance your career in a supportive academic environment.

- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

As a Clinical Teaching Fellow in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Newborn Health, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality clinical education to medical students. You will have the opportunity to teach, mentor, and engage in curriculum development within a prestigious academic setting. This role offers a unique chance to enhance your skills as a medical educator while contributing to the academic objectives of the Melbourne Medical School.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Deliver High-Quality Clinical Education: Conduct teaching sessions, including bedside coaching, case-based discussions, and simulation sessions.

- Engage in Curriculum Development: Participate in the design and enhancement of the Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Newborn Health program.

- Contribute to Assessment and Evaluation: Prepare and mark examinations, assess student performance, and act as an examiner.

- Participate in Professional Development: Engage in academic development activities and professional development programs to promote excellence in clinical teaching.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced medical professional with a passion for teaching and mentoring in women’s health, possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to educational excellence.

You may also:

- Be registered or eligible for medical registration in Australia.

- Be an advanced trainee or Fellow in obstetrics, gynaecology, neonatology, or a related field.

- Demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, and commitment to quality clinical teaching.

- Possess strong team skills and the ability to work collaboratively with educators and students.

- Have highly developed interpersonal skills to interact positively with colleagues, staff, and students.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

Your new team - Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

https://medicine.unimelb.edu.au/school-structure/obstetrics-and-gynaecology

The University Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is responsible for teaching Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatal Paediatrics, to MD medical students. Currently, each year approximately 350 medical students spend 6 weeks (across 6 rotations) attached to the Department during the third year of their medical course. In addition, there are graduate research students pursuing full-time or part-time research through the Department. These include Honours, Master of Biomedical Sciences and Doctor of Philosophy students. In Quarter 3 of 2021, there were approximately 30 graduate research students enrolled in the Department undertaking their PhD, including 5 under examination.

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The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: ‘Recruitment Adjustments’). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

- Resume

- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Kate Vasconcelos at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: 16th November at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-005806 Clinical Teaching Fellow (Western Health) PD.pdf

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