"Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Rural ILP Coordinator"

Job Description:

Employment Type: Part Time, 14 hours per week

Duration: Up until 30 June 2026 (with possibility of renewal)

Remuneration: Competitive remuneration based on Academic Level B or Academic Level C; $125K- $155K (based on exp) pro rata + 17% super + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading

Location: Port Macquarie, New South Wales

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position.

Why this role matters:

UNSW’s Education Focussed (EF) roles enable academics to specialise in education and devote their time to delivering high-quality teaching and pursuing initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. Those who are appointed to this prestigious specialism will be expected to successfully drive educational excellence within the university’s teaching and learning communities.

The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Rural ILP Coordinator, will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and advancing rural medical education. The role is responsible for coordinating the Independent Learning Project (ILP) program, supporting rural research initiatives, and contributing to the academic education program at the campus.

Working closely with the Local Health District and Primary and Rural Health Networks to progress research initiatives and ILP projects relevant to local area health issues, the position supports the teaching and service missions of the Rural Clinical Campuses. The role reports to the Rural Clinical Director, ILP and Research Collaboration, with a dotted line to the Director of Medical Education at the designated campus and has no direct reports.

Skills Required:

At Level B

• A BMedMD, MBBS or equivalent medical degree with relevant professional expertise and eligible for medical registration in New South Wales, and/or a PhD in Biomedical Science or a related discipline.
• Evidence and maintenance of professional development in pedagogy, disciplinary knowledge and professional accreditation requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching in biomedical sciences, clinical medicine and/or related health discipline including development, delivery and course convening at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• A strong commitment to rurally focussed teaching and research to improve patient and local health care outcomes.
• A track record of successful interaction and involvement with relevant authorities, professional organisations, research and training institutes and health networks.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.

At Level C (in addition to the above)

• Demonstrated ability and commitment to deliver high quality and innovative teaching and research outcomes, and an exceptional student experience for rural students.
• Evidence of strong leadership skills and a record of solid achievement contributing to administration in academic and professional environments.

To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.

Specific Pre-Employment Checks Required:

• Criminal Records Check
• Qualifications Check
• Working with Children Check NSW

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements

How to apply

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role. To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.

Contact

Aarti

Talent Acquisition Associate

a.aarti@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Sunday 7th September before 11:30 pm