Senior Lecturer (Clinical Education) Rural Health at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

156103.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Education, Academic Support, Pastoral Care, Curriculum Implementation, Medical Mentoring, Educational Design, Clinical Teaching, Rural Health Practice, Student Supervision, Governance and Compliance

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Senior Lecturer (Clinical Education) to provide academic support, clinical teaching and pastoral care to rural medical students enrolled in the University of Sydney Doctor of Medicine Program delivered at the School of Rural Health in Dubbo, NSW Part-time up to 0.4 FTE fixed term until December 2026 with the possibility of extension subject to funding Base salary of $156,103 (Pro Rata) + 17% superannuation + clinical loading About the opportunity The School of Rural Health (SRH) has been delivering long term rural placements for The University of Sydney year 3 and 4 medical students in Orange and Dubbo for over 20 years. In 2022, The University of Sydney commenced delivery of its four-year graduate entry Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program in two streams; a Metropolitan stream based on the University’s Camperdown campus in Sydney, and a Dubbo stream based at the School of Rural Health in Dubbo. We have a position available for a Senior Lecturer (Education-Focused, Clinical Education) – Academic Support who will undertake a range of duties related to the implementation of the curriculum as well as teaching and learning activities for the Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program (Dubbo Stream). In addition to teaching, this position will provide academic support and mentoring and contribute to the pastoral support of medical students in Dubbo. This position is located at Dubbo. Limited travel between rural and metropolitan sites is a requirement of this position and therefore a driver’s license is required. Some out-of-hours work is also required for this role. The Faculty of Medicine and Health is the largest faculty in the University and contains seven academic schools https://www.sydney.edu.au/medicine-health/ Sydney Medical School is one of these and includes both metropolitan and rural Clinical Schools https://www.sydney.edu.au/medicine-health/schools/sydney-medical-school.html, including the School of Rural Health (Dubbo/Orange). Dubbo, NSW is a vibrant regional centre that offers the benefits of space and a relatively laid-back lifestyle with the amenities of a major city. Home to Aboriginal people of the Wiradjuri Nation, Dubbo connects and services a broad catchment population of 120, 000 people in the Orana Region and has daily flights to a number of regional and metropolitan centers. For more information on Dubbo and surrounds, see https://dubbo.com.au/. The University of Sydney supports and promotes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation at every level of study, work, and research. It is a core part of our purpose as a university. Your key responsibilities: contribute to outstanding educational design, delivery, evaluation and outcomes; undertake independent teaching and coaching of students within a simulated or real clinical setting; contribute to scholarship and apply clinical knowledge and expertise for improved student outcomes; actively contribute to the research, education and administrative activities of the discipline/School/Faculty; develop pragmatic teaching resources which reflect contemporary and innovative clinical practices with particular emphasis on rural practice. provide academic support, mentoring and learning frameworks to medical students enrolled in the Sydney Medical School Doctor of Medicine Program at Dubbo; lead pastoral care and support wellbeing needs of students at the Clinical School; fulfil Governance and Compliance requirements of the Sydney Medical Program Doctor of Medicine and the Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training Program/Murray Darling Medical Schools Program Parameters; support the orientation and induction of students and staff to the area. About you Bachelor of Medicine (MB)/Doctor of Medicine (MD)/Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution. PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other relevant higher academic or professional qualification. recognition as a Fellow of the relevant Australasian medical specialist college or equivalent as recognised by Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency (AHPRA), e.g. FANZCA, FRACP, FACEM, FRACGP, FCICM, FRANZCOG, FRANZCP. current registration with AHPRA or equivalent professional bodies (where relevant). current/recent clinical experience and knowledge of the Australian healthcare system. experience in a tertiary educational institution working with academics, clinicians, and students within a rural health training environment. significant experience supervising and mentoring others and coordinating successful team activities. acknowledged as playing a major role in the profession, for example by having a well-regarded leadership role in a clinical area of specialty and/or notable network of connections and strategic alliances. significant experience in clinical teaching and learning in an established Medical Program. significant experience in education design and practice. significant experience applying contemporary clinical teaching practices. experience in pastoral care in a student learning environment. demonstrable understanding of and commitment to rural health. current Working with Children Check and National Police Check. current driver’s license. compliance with the Public Health (COVID-19 Vaccination of Health Care Workers) Order 2021. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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. To the extent that you are a health care worker, for the purposes of the Public Health (COVID-19 Vaccination of Health Care Workers) Order 2021, and will perform work in a setting that is subject to a vaccination directive, the University will require proof of your vaccination status or medical contraindication. 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. It is essential you address the criteria under the ‘About You’ section in a separate statement to be submitted with your application. If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Tuana Sanders, Administration Manager at the School of Rural Health (Dubbo/Orange) via tuana.sanders@sydney.edu.au, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Danielle Selinger, Recruitment Operations, by email to danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 21 June 2026 11:59 PM To allow for scheduled maintenance, the Workday platform will be unavailable from 5 pm Friday 12 June, through until 11:59 pm that same day Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! 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Responsibilities

Provide academic support, clinical teaching, and pastoral care to medical students in the Doctor of Medicine Program at the School of Rural Health in Dubbo. Responsibilities include designing educational resources, mentoring students, and ensuring compliance with medical program governance.