"Lecturer - Clinical Skills"

•  493649
•  Townsville
•  Academic
•  Full time
•  Closing on: Nov 12 2025

Full-time | Continuing | Academic Level B

• Deliver and develop engaging Clinical Skills teaching and simulation-based learning across all years of the MBBS program.
• Inspire and support future medical professionals with a focus on rural, remote, Indigenous, and tropical health contexts.
• Collaborate with a dedicated academic team to advance innovative, evidence-based medical education at JCU.

James Cook University (JCU) is seeking a passionate and skilled Lecturer, Clinical Skills to join our College of Medicine and Dentistry. In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality, evidence-based clinical education that prepares our students for safe, effective, and compassionate medical practice.

As part of the Clinical Skills teaching team, you’ll contribute to the design, delivery, and assessment of the Clinical Skills curriculum for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program, with a focus on innovative, simulation-based learning.

What you’ll do

• Develop and deliver engaging Clinical Skills teaching sessions and simulation workshops across Years 1–5 of the MBBS program.
• Contribute to teaching and learning in collaboration with other health disciplines.
• Support the development of a highly skilled health workforce with a focus on rural, remote, Indigenous, and tropical health contexts.
• Inspire and motivate students through interactive and inclusive teaching practices.
• Champion JCU’s values, including our commitment to Reconciliation and sustainability.

About you

• Degree-qualified in a health professional discipline (e.g., medicine, nursing, midwifery, physician assistant).
• Experience in clinical teaching, particularly using simulated patients and low- or high-fidelity simulation.
• A strong interest in rural, remote, Indigenous, and tropical health education.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and willing to engage with educational technologies.

Desirable:

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

About Townsville

Living and working in Townsville offers an enviable balance of professional opportunity and tropical lifestyle. As the vibrant heart of North Queensland, Townsville combines the warmth of a close-knit community with the energy of a growing regional city. You’ll enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year, pristine beaches, and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests. The city boasts excellent schools, affordable housing, a thriving arts and dining scene, and a relaxed pace of life — all while offering the chance to make a real impact through your work at JCU in improving health outcomes for northern and regional communities.

Why JCU?

Join a university that’s deeply connected to its community and committed to improving health outcomes in rural, remote, and underserved regions. At JCU, you’ll be part of a vibrant academic environment that values diversity, equity, and sustainability. We offer:

• 5 weeks annual leave + leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave
• Salary packaging options
• Staff study assistance & paid study leave
• Fitness Passport & health insurance discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching & counselling)
• Ongoing professional development support
• Be part of a world-class university committed to improving health outcomes in regional and remote communities.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative academic environment.
• Enjoy the tropical lifestyle of Townsville – gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Australia’s tropical north.

How to Apply and Contact Details

Apply now and help us create a healthier, more sustainable future for the Tropics.

Click the ‘Apply’ button or visit the JCU Careers Page and follow these steps:

• Complete the application form
• Upload your current resume
• Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and how your skills align with the role

Applications close: 12 November 2025

For further information, please contact Nikki Harvey on (07) 4781 6408 or via email nikki.harvey@jcu.edu.au

JCU celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds who meet the role requirements.