Deputy Head of Learning Community (Year 2) at University of Queensland

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

164748.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical teaching, Medical education, Academic leadership, Student support, Research facilitation, Staff development, Clinical supervision, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Governance, Assessment design, Mentoring

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Rural Clinical School Part-time (40%), permanent/fixed-term position through to April 2028 Base salary will be in the range $143,099 - $164,748 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C) Based at our Toowoomba Campus About This Opportunity Be part of a transformative approach to medical education at UQ. With the establishment of geographically based Learning Communities—including within the Rural Clinical School—you will help create a connected, supportive academic home where students, academics and clinicians come together to learn and thrive. As Deputy Head of Learning Community (Year 2), you will play a key role in shaping and evolving an inclusive learning environment that fosters belonging, collaboration and professional growth. Working closely with colleagues, you will support medical students to flourish throughout the MD program, contributing to a culture that values connection, wellbeing and excellence in education. Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Provide academic leadership for Year 2, delivering high-quality teaching, assessment, student support (including advising, remediation and progression oversight) and contributing to clinical education and staff development. Maintain an active research profile, applying best-practice methodologies and contributing to collaborative research that strengthens the Rural Clinical School and Regional Clinical Unit. Lead supervision and researcher development by supporting student research engagement and effectively managing, coaching and developing staff across the employee lifecycle. Contribute to citizenship and service through active participation in governance, fostering rural career pathways, engaging with healthcare partners, and supporting community and professional initiatives. This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. The successful applicant may attract additional salary loadings (clinical and/or state) within this role, based on their qualifications and registrations and subject to approval. More information can be found. 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 Medical qualification and eligibility for registration as a medical practitioner in Australia, with a specialist or general practice qualification permitting specialist registration with AHPRA. An established profile in clinical teaching. Expert knowledge and experience in a general or specialist clinical capacity, including evidence of knowledge of current education best practise. Evidence of a substantial senior contribution to quality clinical teaching at undergraduate postgraduate and/or professional entry level. Experience in undertaking or facilitating research or scholarship of teaching and learning. A record of contribution to the supervision of medical students Ability to establish effective relationships and to represent and promote the UQRCS within hospitals and health care facilities at a university level and in the wider community including professional bodies High level communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, colleagues and the wider community A commitment to and an understanding of the issues surrounding, living and working in a rural and/or regional area 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) and 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 Head Toowoomba RCU, Dr Furhan Iqbal, f.iqbal@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 Thursday, 30 April at 11.00pm AEST (R-62550). 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

Provide academic leadership for Year 2 medical students, including teaching, assessment, and student support. Lead research engagement and staff development while contributing to governance and community healthcare partnerships.