Associate Professor in Clinical Education (Clinical Skills)

We are seeking a medically qualified candidate for our role of Associate Professor in Clinical this role the Associate Professor will be expected to make significant contributions to the teaching effort of the School of Medicine and Dentistry as well as playing a major leadership role in the teaching assessment course convenorship and curriculum development activities relevant to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) addition they will provide academic leadership to foster teaching innovations and excellence in scholarship service and/or professional activities.

This teaching-focussed role includes direct contributions to the delivery of teaching and assessment in the MD program including in clinical skills communication skills ward-readiness skills and core skills for preparation for internship. It will also involve collaboration with academic and clinical colleagues across the campuses and sites at which the medical program is delivered to ensure a consistent high-quality student learning experience.

This is a continuing part-time (0.2 FTE / 20%) position based at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute and the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.

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

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary for an Academic Associate Professor (Level D) will range from $167008 - $183992 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will range from $195400 - $215271 per annum.

Qualifications :

The successful candidate will:

• Possess a medical degree from a recognised educational institution.
• Possess a PhD or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline or evidence of progress towards completion; and / or a Professional Fellowship (e.g. FRACGP FACRRM FRACP).
• Hold current registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a medical practitioner.
• Demonstrate expertise and experience as a clinical educator in clinical practice environment.

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. Our University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. 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 professional 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 call (07).

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

Closing date: Monday 13 April 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 :

Part-time