Academic Guidance Lead at University of Queensland

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

164748.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Academic Guidance, Clinical Teaching, Student Support, Remediation, Pastoral Guidance, Career Guidance, Quality Improvement, Research, Supervision, Staff Development, Curriculum Quality, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Clinical Experience

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Rural Clinical School Part-time (20%), fixed-term position through to December 2027 Base salary will be in the range $143,099 - $164,748 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C) Based at our Rockhampton Regional Clinical Unit About This Opportunity At UQ, you’ll be part of a values-driven community committed to inclusion, connection and impact. Following the establishment of eight geographically based Learning Communities in 2023—three within the Rural Clinical School—UQ Medical School is redefining how students, academics, clinical teachers and professional staff come together to create an academic home where students are supported to thrive throughout the Doctor of Medicine program. The Academic Guidance Lead plays a pivotal role in this environment, providing expert support to students across their MD journey and working closely with Regional Clinical Unit academics to continually strengthen the Learning Community. Guided by UQ’s commitment to belonging and excellence, this role focuses on fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that enables students and staff to connect, grow and flourish as developing medical professionals. Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Student-centred teaching and leadership: Provide expert academic guidance and leadership across Years 1–4 of the MD program using a stepped-care approach, delivering tailored support, remediation, pastoral and career guidance, and contributing to high-quality clinical teaching and staff development. Learning community and quality improvement: Work collaboratively with students and colleagues to develop personalised learning plans, support transition to the new MD and Learning Communities, and contribute to quality assurance, governance and continuous improvement across the TRCU and Rural Clinical School. Research and supervision: Maintain personal academic standing through research and scholarship, build regional research capacity through collaborative projects, and lead student engagement in research while developing and managing staff performance in line with University policy. Citizenship, service and rural impact: Actively contribute to the TRCU and wider community, promote rural medical careers, engage constructively with healthcare partners, fulfil mandatory training requirements, and represent UQ through service on committees and community engagement. This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You Relevant medical qualification with current AHPRA registration and extensive clinical experience in a general or specialist capacity. Demonstrated excellence in medical education, including student support, clinical supervision, and high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Strong academic profile with peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and contributions to successful external research funding. Proven academic leadership in teaching and learning, including scholarship of learning and teaching and senior contributions to curriculum quality. Established service and leadership record within the University and profession, fostering professional links, specialty engagement, and consultancy development. Highly developed interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and manage complex academic environments. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (AHPRA), mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Sunday Pam, Sunday.pam@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume Cover letter Responses to the ‘About You’ section Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Sunday 1st March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-59741). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 9th March The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing expert academic guidance and leadership across all years of the MD program using a stepped-care approach, focusing on tailored support, remediation, pastoral, and career guidance. Key duties also include collaborating on personalized learning plans, contributing to quality assurance, maintaining academic standing through research, and promoting rural medical careers.