Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Central Clinical School Sydney Medical School

• Full time(negotiable) continuing at Camperdown Campus for medical practitioner with suitable specialist qualifications

• This role is being advertised over level B and Level C for the suitable candidates. Level appointment based on qualifications and experience

• Base Salary Level B $118,390 - $140,586 (pro-rata) or Level C $145,023 – $167,221 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation plus Full Clinical Loading (pro-rata)

About the opportunity

At the Faculty of Medicine and Health we are committed to challenging conventional wisdom, and to finding new paths to travel. We are focussed on leading new possibilities in the way we deliver wellness and healthcare and in making a distinctive impact on healthcare, both locally and globally. It’s our commitment to curiosity, connection and excellence that sets us apart. It’s how we’re making a difference - how we’re shaping healthcare.

As the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Obstetrics and Gynaecology, in Sydney Medical School you will enhance the student experience in Perinatal and Women’s Health (PWH) in year 3 of the Sydney MD program at Central Clinical School affiliated with RPA hospital. You will contribute to the teaching of reproductive health across the MD program in Sydney Medical School and be willing and have the experience to supervise MD research projects.  You will lead the ongoing development of up-to-date online resources and contribute the schools strategic goals in delivering this curriculum. You will develop your focus of research in women’s health and contribute to research excellence.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• build and maintain reputation for academic excellence

• contribute to outstanding teaching and learning outcomes

• actively contribute to research, education and administrative activities of the discipline/faculty

• contribute to a positive workplace culture within the school/faculty

• contribute to the strategic direction of the university

• engage and contribute beyond university.

About you

For Lecturer – Level B

• hold a higher degree in relevant field (Masters degree, PhD or other higher qualification or experience).

• hold a registration with APHRA as a medical practitioner, registered or eligible for registration in NSW

• be a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists – RANZCOG

• demonstrated understanding of and ability to support an academic endeavour from curriculum design to producing lead research and providing a student enabling environment

• demonstrated experience in research methodology skills with the ability to prepare scientific papers for publication

• demonstrated success in implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives with a clinical and patient care focus

• proven deep and broad experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by leading team teaching within an established program and experience in teaching in variety of settings

• demonstrated excellence in research or scholarly activities relevant to educational design and practice.

For Senior Lecturer – Level C (In addition to the above)

• have a PhD or other relevant higher qualification

• demonstrated a developing knowledge and understanding of the key strategic issues in the higher education sector

• proven understanding of and ability to lead, develop and support a full range of academic endeavours including teaching and learning and research

• proven established network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of the discipline, School/ Faculty and university

• demonstrated significant experience in supervising others and coordinating team activities.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

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.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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. 

How to apply

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Sunday 28 April 2024 11:59 PM