Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (General Practice and Prim at Griffith University

Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

193487.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Education, Curriculum Development, Medical Teaching, General Practice, Primary Health Care, Scholarly Research, Assessment, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Collaboration

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. The School of Medicine and Dentistry strives to prepare the next generation of professionals and practitioners to tackle health and healthcare challenges in an ever-changing world. As a community, we are committed to building better health outcomes for all by delivering high-quality education, impactful research and engagement with and for the communities we serve. As articulated in our Strategic Plan, we commit to the University's values and, importantly, to being a School for Country, place, communities and the people we serve. Through our learning and teaching, we strive to produce graduates who are confident, competent and resilient to be agents for change. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best possible staff; staff who support our educational mission to deliver an outstanding student learning experience and producing competent, compassionate health professional and practitioners. The School of Medicine and Dentistry shares the Health Group and broader University's commitment to excellence, ethical behaviour, and engagement. The Health Group Charter articulates the core values and behaviours we expect in our workforce: inclusion, integrity, performance, respect, and collaboration. These values and behaviours are embedded in the School's annual Academic Employee Career Development (AECD) / Professional Staff Career Development (PSCD) process and frame staff performance planning and review conversations. Job Description General Practice and Primary Health Care is a core discipline in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program. As part of our commitment to shaping the future health workforce, we are seeking a highly skilled academic and clinician to join our academic team for the role of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (General Practice and Primary Health Care). Lecturer (Level B) - The Lecturer in Clinical Education (General Practice and Primary Health Care) is expected to carry out activities to maintain and develop scholarly, research and/or professional activities relevant to the discipline of medicine. This position will provide high quality teaching, assessment and curriculum development, and engage in scholarly research, with a particular focus on General Practice and Primary Care. Senior Lecturer (Level C) - The Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (General Practice and Primary Health Care) is expected to make significant contributions to the teaching efforts of the School of Medicine and Dentistry, in particular, relating to the medical program. This position will play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities. A Senior Lecturer is expected to make independent and original contributions to scholarship research which have impact on the field of expertise. The role forms part of an academic team that oversees the learning and assessment of medical students and contributes to the development and delivery of relevant aspects of the curriculum in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program that relate primarily to general practice and primary care. This position offers a unique opportunity for a clinically qualified academic or General Practitioner to establish a career in medical education. This is a part-time (0.5FTE), continuing position based at the Griffith University Gold Coast. While the position is primarily based at the Gold Coast, Griffith is a multi-campus institution and as such there may be an infrequent requirement for the successful candidate to travel to other sites/campuses where the medical program is delivered. Salary Range The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Lecturer (Level B) range $117,076 - $139,031 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $136,979 - $162,667 per annum. The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Senior Lecturer (Level C) range $143,418 - $165,374 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $167,799 - $193,487 per annum. Qualifications We are seeking applications from candidates who: Hold a medical degree and Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (or comparable equivalent accreditation and standing). Registration or eligibility for registration as a specialist general practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Significant clinical experience in general practice, with commitment to maintaining discipline knowledge and professional development that would inform and underpin teaching and learning of medical students. Evidence of highly developed communication skills and teamwork skills, including ability to achieve work targets through collaboration. In addition to the above, a candidate appointed as Senior Lecturer (Level C) will be expected to: Have demonstrated experience in clinical education in academic and/or clinical settings, including teaching and curriculum development. Holding a masters and/or doctoral qualification in medical education or in a relevant clinical discipline; or evidence of progress towards completion of a masters and/or doctoral qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing is a desirable criterion. The level of appointment will be dependant upon the education, clinical and professional qualifications of the preferred candidate. Additional Information Why Griffith? As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme How to apply At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission) Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. For further information specifically about this role, please contact the Dean of Medicine, Professor Niru Nirthanan, School of Medicine and Dentistry via email [email protected] or by phone on (07) 5678 8023. For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]. Closing date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update. Primary Location (Campus): Gold Coast Employment Type: Part Time Department ID: School of MDP - Clinical Medicine - CLM Appointment Type: Continuing

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality teaching, assessment, and curriculum development for the Doctor of Medicine program focusing on General Practice and Primary Care. Engage in scholarly research and professional activities to maintain discipline knowledge and improve student learning outcomes.