Associate Professor/Professor, Discipline of Surgery- St George Clinical Campus
Associate Professor/Professor, Discipline of Surgery- St George Clinical Campus
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Job Description
Employment Type: Part Time 14 hours per week
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Academic Level D $185K-$204K pro rata or Academic Level E $237784 pro rata based on experience 17% super Annual leave loading
Location: St George Hospital Sydney NSW
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.
Why this role matters:
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 St George & Sutherland 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 highquality surgical education leading original and impactful research and contributing to curriculum design and delivery in alignment with UNSWs 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.
At Level D the focus is on academic leadership within teaching and research building national recognition and developing strong collaborations to advance the discipline. At Level E the role extends to providing strategic leadership in the scholarship of learning and teaching fostering a culture of educational excellence driving significant research of international standing and maintaining extensive national and international partnerships that 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 UNSWs values research reputation and educational mission within the Australian and international surgical community.
Skills Required:
At Level D
- Medical qualification registrable in New South Wales specialist training in a surgical discipline and have a fellowship of the Royal of Australasian College of Surgeon or equivalent.
- A higher degree in a relevant discipline area is desirable as is an outstanding research record including significant external research funding and publications in top tier peer-reviewed journals.
- A record of leadership and achievement in a managerial role in a university or similar professional or clinical setting.
- Demonstrated capacity to successfully lead and manage complex organisational change in clinical research and education settings including high-level skills in leadership analysis liaison negotiation and conflict resolution involving multi-disciplinary teams.
- Clinical subspecialty knowledge and expertise which complements and extends current clinical services available in Surgery.
- Demonstrated capacity to deliver quality improvement activities.
- Successful interaction with relevant professional organisations and/or evidence of involvement in broader health system management.
At Level E (in addition to the above):
- A PhD in a related discipline and/or relevant work experience.
- Evidence of achievement in leading innovation driving educational strategic initiatives and delivering exceptional student outcomes at all levels of study.
- Demonstrated experience as a leader and recognised authority as an educational leader with a breadth of disciplinary expertise.
- Demonstrated substantial experience of course program and curriculum development at all professional levels.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of a range of pedagogical approaches with the skill experience and creativity to innovate and develop further.
- Proven leadership of research projects and teams including high quality supervision of honours and postgraduate research projects.
- Demonstrated capacity to attract internal and external funding to support educational or research initiatives.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to work and influence across disciplines faculties institutions industry and professional accreditation bodies.
- Evidence of being an inspirational role model for other academics seeking mentoring guidance advice and support in educational activities.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead by example in supporting equal opportunity and equity diversity and inclusion policy and programs as they relate to staff and students
To learn more about this position and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on
Pre-employment Checks Required:
- Verification of Qualification
- NSW Working with Children Check or the willingness to obtain one
- Criminal Records Check
- Vaccinations - this position is based at the St George line with safety and wellbeing obligations NSW Health requires certain categories of workers to meet vaccination requirements (or have a relevant exemption). Accordingly UNSW must adhere to these requirements for certain staff based on the Clinical Campus.
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our benefits include:
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
How to apply
Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role. To view the full position description please click on the Position Description link below.
Contact
Aarti
Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications close: Sunday 31st August before 11:30 pm
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender sexual orientation cultural and linguistic backgrounds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
