Lecturer in Medical Education

**Base Salary**:$117,226 to $139,207 + 17% superannuation + if medically qualified, a clinical loading will apply

**Position**:Full Time Permanent

**Location**:Callaghan Campus (Newcastle, NSW)
- Shape medical education & positively impact student learning.
- Contribute to the advancement of teaching & learning scholarship of the JMP.
- Competitive salary, 17% super, additional University holidays and much more

**About our university**

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s _Looking Ahead_ Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

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**About the school**
- The School
- Led by Interim Head of School and Dean - JMP, Professor Katie Wynne
- Read about our Joint Medical Program (JMP) delivered jointly by the University of Newcastle and the University of New England and supported by the Central Coast Local Health District and the Hunter New England Local Health District.

**Be challenged and imagine with us**

Our Medical Education Team are dedicated to transforming medical education teaching practices, now and into the future. Our mission is to create an optimal learning environment that fosters innovation and excellence to provide our students with the most effective methods for learning. We are proud to be the first medical school in Australia to introduce problem-based learning (PBL) into our curriculum.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lecturer in Medical Education / Phase 1 Coordinator to join our dynamic team at our Callaghan Campus in Newcastle.

In this position you will:

- ** Collaborate seamlessly with fellow academics**across the JMP to design and deliver high-quality PBL, clinical skills, and integrated course components that engage Phase 1 students across all clinical schools and learning formats.
- ** Play a key role in shaping assessments,**working closely with the Assessment Committee and UNE Year 1 and 2 Coordinators to ensure they are purposeful, well-aligned with learning outcomes, and support student success.
- ** Provide inspiring leadership and guidance**to PBL and clinical skills tutors, fostering a supportive and high-performing teaching team.
- ** Lead the development and coordination of targeted remediation strategies,**identifying and supporting students who need additional academic assistance.
- ** Contribute actively to program and course reviews,**both internal and external, in collaboration with the Phase 1 and Teaching and Learning Committees of the JMP.
- ** Champion quality assurance,**monitoring student feedback and assessment practices to ensure consistency, fairness, and validity in partnership with the Monitoring and Evaluation and Assessment Committees.
- ** Actively contribute to ACHIEVE (Academy for Collaborative Health Interprofessional Education and Vibrant Excellence)**by engaging in collaborative research projects, building your research profile through high-quality publications, and progressing or initiating a higher research degree in a medical education-related field.

**How you will inspire us**

Together with the requirements of the selection criteria, to be successful in the role you will:

- ** Embrace the excitement of innovative medical education**, driven to develop and deliver cutting-edge teaching and learning techniques for both current and future students.
- ** Possess a deep passion for sharing knowledge**, inspiring and educating medical students with enthusiasm.
- ** Be dedicated to mentoring and supporting students**, ensuring their success and well-being throughout the program.
- ** Exhibit strong communication skills**, building robust relationships and collaborating effectively with clinicians, students, and colleagues.

This position is based at the university’s Callaghan Campus in Newcastle. You'll benefit from strong connections with academic educators and clinical colleagues at the campus, as well as at other JMP teaching campuses, including the university’s Central Coast Clinical School (Gosford), John Hunter Hospital and the University of New England. Additionally, our school and the JMP have strong ties with the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HRMI), providing you with exciting opportunities to advance your research and professional growth.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to progress their career in the academic arena, especially for someone who either has or is working towards completing a PhD.

**What we offer**

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place a