Lecturer Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (Communication Skills and Reflective Practice)

We are seeking candidates for the role of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (Communication Skills and Reflective Practice). The level of appointment will be dependant upon the education clinical and professional qualifications of the successful candidate.

Lecturer in Clinical Education (Level B) - The Lecturer in Clinical Education is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the School of Medicine and Dentistry and to carry out activities to maintain and develop scholarly research and/or professional activities relevant to the discipline of medicine. The expectation is that the Lecturer in Clinical Education will carry out independent and/or team research / scholarship and may supervise postgraduate research students.

Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (Level C) - The Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education is expected to make significant contributions to the teaching effort of the School of Medicine and Dentistry and play a major role in scholarship research and/or professional activities. The Senior Lecturer is expected to make independent and original contributions to research which have significant impact on the field of expertise.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a clinically qualified academic to establish a career in medical education. The role forms part of an academic team that oversees the learning and assessment of medical students and contributes to delivery of relevant aspects of the curriculum in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program which encompasses communication skills and reflective practice informed by contemplative pedagogy and contextualised to the practice of medicine.

This position aims to ensure and verify that students in the MD acquire the understanding and skills related to communication skills and reflective practice required of an Australian medical graduate. It also contributes to curriculum development delivery and assessment relevant to their area of expertise.

This is a full-time continuing position based at the Gold Coast campus of Griffith University. The position is also available as part-time as a job-share arrangement (e.g. 0.6/0.4 FTE or 0.5FTE x 2) to accommodate clinical commitments.

While the position is primarily based at the Gold Coast Griffith is a multi-campus institution and as such there may be an infrequent requirement for the successful candidate to travel to other sites/campuses where the medical program is delivered.

Salary Range
The full-time equivalent base salary will be Academic Lecturer (Level B) range $113226 - $134460 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $132474 - $157318 per annum.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be Academic Senior Lecturer (Level C) range $138702 - $159936 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $162281 - $187125 per annum.

Qualifications :

To be considered for this vacancy candidates must:

Level B

• Possess a medical degree from a recognised educational institution that is Ahpra registrable.
• Demonstrate expertise and experience in teaching and assessing communication skills and reflective practice in a medical program.
• Hold a doctoral or masters level qualification of equivalent accreditation and standing (e.g. MPH PhD); and/or a Professional Fellowship (or substantial progress towards completion of a PhD or Fellowship) is desirable.

Level C

• Possess a medical degree from a recognised educational institution that is Ahpra registrable.
• Hold a doctoral or masters level qualification of equivalent accreditation and standing (e.g. MPH PhD); and/or a Professional Fellowship (or substantial progress towards completion of a PhD or Fellowship).
• Demonstrate expertise and experience in teaching and assessing communication skills and reflective practice in a medical program.

Additional Information :

Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

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

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the Position Description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

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 Professor Niru Nirthanan via email at:  or on (07). 

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

Closing date: Monday 2 February 2026 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time