Director, Medical Education

Overview

Job no: 517360

Work type: Continuing - Part-time

Campus: Adelaide

Categories: Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences, Level E

We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to join the Faculty of Medicine as Director, Medical Education, at a pivotal time of transformation and renewal as we launch Adelaide University in January 2026.

Level E ($215,774) pro rata at 0.7 FTE salary per annum plus an employer contribution 17% superannuation.

- Be part of something new and exciting shaping the future in Medical Education

- Seeking an academic leader to join the Adelaide Medical School

- Continuing role at 0.7 FTE with a potential to increase to 1 FTE

About the role

The Adelaide Medical School, within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, is going through an exciting transformation with a new strategic vision to further enhance its delivery of South Australia’s leading medical program. A world leader in health education and research and continues to transform the future through world-leading health and medical science education and research.

Conveniently located in the heart of Adelaide’s BioMed City precinct adjacent to the Royal Adelaide Hospital and SAHMRI, our campuses have hosted 5 Nobel Prize winners, Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, and numerous leaders. We welcome thousands of students who will become influencers in their chosen careers, countries and communities.

Key responsibilities

This is a rare opportunity to work closely with the current Director ahead of retirement. Over a 16-month handover period, you will gain valuable institutional insight and play a critical role in shaping the future of medical education at Adelaide Medical School.

As the Director, you will lead the final transition from MBBS to the new BMD program and oversee the development, management and delivery of high-quality education across the medical programs. Responsibilities include continuous curriculum review and renewal, course design and integration, curriculum delivery, assessment, quality assurance and curriculum mapping.

Qualifications and experience

To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated academic excellence, a proven ability to establish outstanding working relationships with colleagues and students, and demonstrated experience in clinical medicine.

This position requires a valid Working with Children Check.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Enjoy an outstanding career environment. We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace with a broad range of education and research programs, and opportunities for collaboration with industry, government and the community. Our culture values diversity, integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery, and we embrace flexibility to help manage work, personal and family life.

We offer attractive staff benefits, including salary packaging, flexible work arrangements, professional development programs, and on-campus health facilities.

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences contains one of Australia’s largest concentrations of leading health researchers, teachers and clinical titleholders. It is comprised of eight schools and various institutes and centres focused on world-class research and training for medical doctors, surgeons, dentists, nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists and other health professionals.

Equal opportunity and how to apply

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Professor Josephine Thomas
Dean of Medicine, Head, Adelaide Medical School
P: +61 (8) 831 34893
E: amsdean@adelaide.edu.au

Application documents and closing

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, please advise us at the time of application.

Advertised: 23 Sep 2025 3:30 PM

Applications close: 27 Oct 2025 11:55 PM

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