Lecturer in Medical Education

Job no: HRC0008414

Category: Academic Level B

Base Salary: Level B $112,717 to $133,853 plus 17% superannuation + clinical loading (if eligible)

Position: Part-time (0.5FTE), flexible hours, fixed term until 31 Dec 2026

Location: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, NSW

The position

As a Lecturer, you will work with the Professor of Medical Education to ensure the medical curriculum and assessment of the Joint Medical Program (JMP) are contemporary and clearly visible to our students. You will also be involved in the introduction of the Curriculum Mapping tool (Sofia) across the five years of the Program. Additionally, you will be responsible for the academic component of clinical placements across the footprint of the JMP.

This position will be based within the School of Medicine and Public Health, located at the John Hunter Hospital. There will be strong links with academic educators and clinical colleagues at other JMP teaching campuses including the Callaghan campus, the Central Coast Clinical School, the University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health and the University of New England.

You will:

• Lead the development of curriculum mapping initiatives by collaborating with faculty and administrators to map curriculum at the program and institutional levels and using curriculum mapping data to inform decisions about course and program revisions.
• Stay up to date and provide students with clear guidance to meet NSW Health Verification Requirements including immunisations, and other compliance-related documentation.
• Oversee academic aspects of clinical placements, including curriculum development and assessment.
• Actively engage with Academy for Collaborative Health Interprofessional Education and Vibrant Excellence (ACHIEVE) and collaborate on research projects developed through ACHIEVE.
• Actively contribute to JMP and School governance through identified roles and committees

The 5-year Joint Medical Program is a unique partnership between the University of Newcastle, the University of New England and the Hunter New England and Central Coast Local Health Districts. The program provides an integrated problem-based learning curriculum with early and broad clinical experience alongside opportunities for research and longitudinal electives.

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have experience in medical education, including technological expertise particularly with curriculum mapping systems
• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in a health or medical science discipline
• Be a clinician, general practitioner or have other clinical experience
• Have highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to facilitate group discussions and participate in a diverse team environment, demonstrating clear communication and mutual respect
• Be experienced in undergraduate teaching and curriculum design
• Be competent in the use of information and communication technology (electronic communication tools) and familiarity with statistical analytical tools

Please note, as part of the recruitment process you will need to formally address each criterion of the Selection Criteria (including desirable criterion) in your application. You will find the complete list of Selection Criteria in the attached Position Description.

Due to the nature of this position, a valid working with children check and criminal record check will be required. Full Australian working rights for the duration of the contract will also be required.

About our university

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our Uni.

About the school 

• The School
• Led by Dean and Head of School, Professor Jane Bleasel
• Read about our Joint Medical Program (JMP) delivered jointly by the University of Newcastle and the University of New England and supported by the Central Coast Local Health District and the Hunter New England Local Health District. 

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs.

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.  

Your next steps

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application.

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your application must include:

• A current copy of your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.
• Your ORCID ID.
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent).
• A Cover Letter including:
• contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below).

For specific position enquiries, please contact the Deputy Head of School – Medical Education, Bunmi Malau-Aduli, via email at bunmi.malauaduli@newcastle.edu.au or on +61 240 420 781.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: October 30 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

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The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

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