The position
As an Associate Lecturer in Allied Health, you will provide support to students on their clinical placements as part of their 4th year studies in their health studies.
Your responsibilities include:
- Develop and deliver inter-disciplinary teaching to small groups of students and one on one teaching
- Supervise, mentor and support students on placement
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with local healthcare providers to negotiate placements for our students
- Support students to engage in professional experiences in the local community including school visits, community events etc.
In this part-time position you will work the 0.4FTE hours across Wednesdays, Thursdays and/or Fridays.
This position will provide you with the opportunity to develop your research skills.
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 Department of Rural Health
The University of Newcastle’s Department of Rural Health (UONDRH) delivers a number of programs aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of regional, rural, and Indigenous communities within the New England, Northwest Slopes and Plains, Mid North Coast and areas of the Hunter Valley and Manning Rivers regions.
Through a variety of programs, the UONDRH has made it possible for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying medicine, nursing, and allied health disciplines at the University of Newcastle & through the Joint Medical Program (JMP) to complete a large part of their education and training in a rural setting at one of six locations – Tamworth, Armidale, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Taree, or Moree.
- More about the Department
- Led by the Betty Fyffe Chair of Rural Health and Director, University of Newcastle, Department of Rural Health, Professor Jennifer May
- 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.
How you will inspire us
You will be interested in student teaching, supporting student learning and have an interest in research.
You will have:
- Completed tertiary studies in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, Exercise Physiotherapy or Social Work
- Experience with supervising and teaching students in an academic or professional setting
- A strong desire to teach students and support them throughout their placements
- A solid network of professionals in the local health district
- Hold or be eligible for and willing to obtain relevant professional registration or accreditation
- An interest in starting to develop your research skills
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.
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.
- 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 Dr Susan Heaney, Academic Team Leader, Mid North Coast, via email at [email protected] or on 02 4055 4920.
Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]
Closing date: Sunday, 7th April 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!
Move to Taree
A move to Taree on the Mid-North Coast (Barrington Coast) of New South Wales offers you the choice to live by the sea, rurally or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.
Visit the here to imagine your future on the Barrington Coast.
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.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
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