Teaching Focused Lecturer in Medical Education

3 days ago

Birtinya, Queensland, Australia Griffith University Full time $55,000 - $62,500 per year

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The School of Medicine and Dentistry strives to prepare the next generation of professionals and practitioners to tackle health and healthcare challenges in an ever-changing world. As a community, we are committed to building better health outcomes for all by delivering high-quality education, impactful research and engagement with and for the communities we serve.

As a community we are committed to the highest standards of learning and teaching across our diverse academic programs and courses. These include undergraduate and postgraduate programs in dentistry, medicine, dental hygiene, dental technology and dental prosthetics, paramedicine, and public health.

Job Description

We have a vacancy for candidates interested in teaching-focused roles in Medicine. A part-time (0.4 FTE - 40%) Lecturer (Level B) opportunity is available in Medical Education in support of clinical, practical and classroom teaching in the Doctor of Medicine.

This role will contribute towards teaching in the medical program, with a focus in the areas of law, ethics and professional practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to make informed contributions to the teaching effort of the School, and to carry out activities to maintain and develop scholarly, and / or professional activities relevant to the medicine discipline. They will also be expected to perform the full academic responsibilities and related administration in support of the development, coordination and delivery of courses in the Doctor of Medicine program.

This is a continuing, part-time positions based at the Sunshine Coast site, where the Doctor of Medicine is delivered at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute and the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.

As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

The Sunshine Coast site is located on the land of the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara peoples.

Salary Range

The part-time equivalent base salary for a 40% FTE at the Academic Lecturer (Level B) ranges from $45,290 - $53,784 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total part-time package will range from $52,989 - $62,927.

Qualifications

The successful candidate for this role will possess:

  • Possession of a law degree from a recognised educational institution.
  • Possession of a doctoral or master's qualification of equivalent accreditation and standing and/or significant progress towards completion of a master's or doctoral degree in a relevant discipline or field.
  • Experience in university teaching in an undergraduate or postgraduate medical or medical science program is highly desirable

In addition, you will have demonstrated ability to:

  • Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs facilitating high quality, student-centred learning activities.

In doing so you will contribute to enhancing the School's learning and teaching environment in support of an outstanding student experience.

How to apply

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

  • A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About You section above and the position description)
  • Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact the Dean of Medicine and MD Program Director Professor Niru Nirthanan, School of Medicine and Dentistry via email  or by phone on

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at 

Closing date: Monday, 13 October at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

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