"Senior Lecturer, Adult Health"

•  493864
•  Townsville
•  Academic
•  Part time
•  Closing on: Dec 14 2025
• Part time (0.25FTE) 9 hours per week
• Continuing appointment
• Academic Level B/C - $109,791 - $153,251 + 17% super & excellent benefits (prorata)
• Based at the Townsville Clinical School 

 Lead & Inspire – Drive clinical education for future doctors in northern Australia.

 Make a Real Impact – Improve health outcomes for rural and remote communities through teaching and research.

 Join a Bold Team – Collaborate with passionate educators shaping socially accountable medical education.

Shape the future of medical education in northern Australia.

James Cook University (JCU) is seeking an experienced clinician and educator to join our College of Medicine and Dentistry as Senior Lecturer, Adult Health. This part-time role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching, clinical coordination, and research in a dynamic and socially accountable medical program.

About the Role

As Senior Lecturer, Adult Health, you will:

• Coordinate and deliver Adult Health (medicine) components of clinical rotations in Years 5 and 6 of the MBBS program.
• Facilitate student placements, teaching, and assessment, ensuring access to patients and clinicians.
• Contribute to collaborative research and teaching across the Clinical School.
• Support the College’s mission to improve health outcomes for rural, remote, and underserved communities.

About You

We are looking for a passionate medical educator who brings:

• Registration as a medical practitioner in Australia and Fellowship or Advanced Trainee status with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (or equivalent).
• Extensive clinical experience in internal medicine.
• Demonstrated experience in undergraduate medical education.
• Understanding of rural and remote health issues and a commitment to JCU’s values, including respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Desirable:

• Research experience and publications in internal medicine.
• Experience in rural or remote clinical practice.
• Willingness to undertake further training in medical education.

Why Join JCU?

• Work in a world-class university committed to tropical, rural, and Indigenous health.
• Collaborate with passionate educators and clinicians.
• Contribute to shaping future doctors for regional and remote communities.

Location: Townsville Clinical School

Special Conditions: Clinical activity is a requirement of this role.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and help us deliver exceptional medical education for northern Australia.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to make a real impact on medical education and health outcomes in northern Australia, submit your application today.

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

1. Complete the online application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your experience and how your skills align with the role

For more information, please contact David Belstead on +61 7 4781 4046 or via email david.belstead@jcu.edu.au