Senior Lecturer (Academic Lead Clinical Practice)

• Fixed Term part time appointment (to 31 December 2027 28 hours per week 0.8FTE)
• Clinical Loading (if eligible)
• Level C: $148771 - $167785 (pro-rata) 17% Superannuation
• Based at Wollongong Campus with a requirement to travel to Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands Campuses
  

The Faculty of Science Medicine and Health (SMAH) comprises of the Schools of Science; Medical Indigenous and Health Sciences; Nursing; Psychology and the Graduate School of Medicine. With such a diverse science and health focus SMAH is positioned to be a major force in connected and science-embedded education and translational science medical and health research in Australia. Empowered by first-class teaching driven by active research and committed to advancing equity diversity and reconciliation this Faculty combines the very best of science with strong capacity for translation to our global communities needs and aspirations.

The Graduate School of Medicine (GSM) is committed to engaging with and responding to the health and workforce needs of our local regional and rural communities. Our goal is to improve health and wellbeing through excellence in medical education and meaningful community-focused research. Our graduates become skilled compassionate practitioners committed to improving healthcare especially in regional rural and remote communities. Our research and teaching tackle health inequities strengthen wellbeing in underserved areas and support Indigenous-led initiatives shaped by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander priorities.

About the role

In this teaching intensive role you will contribute to the design and delivery of high quality clinical skills education that supports medical students in developing the competencies required for patient centred care. You will work as part of an interprofessional team to shape clinical skills learning experiences facilitate small group teaching and contribute to OSCE assessment alongside clinical and assessment leads.

You will collaborate across all Graduate School of Medicine campuses to support the coordinated delivery of clinical skills activities and work closely with the Academic Lead for the Clinical Practice curriculum theme. The role includes contributing to curriculum review monitoring and evaluation participating in leadership activities across the four year MD program and engaging in scholarship and research related to clinical skills education.

About you

You will bring a sound understanding of contemporary clinical practice standards and a genuine interest in medical education including contributing to scholarship and research in clinical skills education. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting medical students learning and development alongside excellent communication interpersonal and problem solving skills. Confidence in using educational technologies and a commitment to culturally safe inclusive and respectful practice are essential.

Special job requirements

Qualified medical practitioner with current unrestricted medical registration in New South Wales (with no conditions on registration) including vocational qualifications and/or Fellowship and recent relevant clinical practice. A clinician with equivalent registration and qualifications from other Australian states or comparable international jurisdictions will also be considered.
The role may require travel to other education sites including participation in MD teaching assessment and staff development activities across the Wollongong Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands campuses.
How to Apply

Click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of the advertisement. Youll be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please also attach your CV to your application.

For further information about this position please contact Dr Helen Rienits Academic Leader Clinical Skills onor via email:

Position description

Closing Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026 11:55 PM

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

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