Senior Lecturer (Academic Level C) in Medical Education

The Opportunity

You will contribute to the design, delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement of the School of Medicine’s medical education programs, including the MD Doctor of Medicine. You will coordinate and teach units that are contemporary, engaging and research informed, supporting student learning and progression.

You will design, deliver and evaluate curriculum and assessment across the medical program, developing blended learning resources and learning activities that strengthen the student experience. You will provide pastoral support and mentoring, and work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain academic quality assurance and continuous improvement.

You will contribute to a research-active program of scholarship in medical education or related fields, including publications, grant applications and supervision of research students. You will engage with internal and external academic and professional networks, present research at seminars and conferences, and contribute to School, Faculty and University committees and administrative responsibilities.

What Success Looks Like:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and unit coordination that is research informed and contemporary.
• Improve curriculum and assessment quality through evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Develop effective blended learning materials and learning activities for medical students.
• Produce scholarly outputs and contribute to grants and research student supervision.
• Build productive internal and external networks that support the medical program.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• A doctorate (or equivalent experience/qualification) in medical education or a closely related field, with a strong grounding in contemporary tertiary learning and teaching.
• A proven record of high-quality tertiary teaching, with confidence coordinating units and supporting students through both learning and pastoral care.
• Solid experience designing, implementing and evaluating curriculum and assessment, with a practical track record of educational innovation (including blended learning).
• Evidence of research capability in medical education or related fields, demonstrated through publications and contributions to grant activity.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a genuine commitment to mentoring students and collaborating across academic and professional networks.

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Dr Iman Hegazi, Head of Discipline, Medical Education via I.Hegazi@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1234N.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 10 May 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.