full time position, fixed term until June 2026
Exciting opportunity to be a Lecturer within the School of Medical Sciences
Base Salary starting from $122,830 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical and health research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.
We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer (Education) who will apply their learnings through research and scholarly activity to inform their education practice. They make significant contribution to teaching and learning practice, education design and evaluation, and will be on a trajectory towards educational leadership. They will dedicate the majority of their contribution to teaching (up to 70% - 80%).
Your key responsibilities will be to:
undertake independent teaching in disciplines within medical sciences, such as anatomy, physiology, immunology, and pathology, and healthcare more broadly, contributing to outstanding educational design, delivery, evaluation and outcomes
engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences that meet the University’s expectations and standards for education
design and deliver quality educational units of study and experiences that support student needs and meet curriculum requirements
contribute to the design and delivery of multi-disciplinary units and content, as well as work-integrated learning
undertake other duties appropriate within the classification level as required.
About you
doctorate or PhD in a relevant field
a developing network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders
demonstrated success in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives
experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by participation in team teaching and teaching in a variety of settings
demonstrates a commitment to professionalism in learning and teaching by completing or working towards Higher Education Academy (HEA) Fellowship or similar
a background in anatomy, biochemistry or experience in health behavioural change are highly desirable
experience in conducting original research and/or engaging in scholarly activity
ability to communicate effectively.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion .
How to apply
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au.
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