Senior Lecturer, Medicine
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Senior Lecturer, Medicine
- 494511
- Cairns
- Academic
- Part time
- Closing on: Apr 19 2026
Part Time (0.3 FTE) - 10.875 hours per week
Fixed term to 31 December 2026
Based at the Brand New Yeinie Building in Cairns North
Academic Level C $137,166 - $157,465 + 17% super (Prorata)
Shape the next generation of doctors in one of Australia’s most unique and rewarding clinical training environments.
James Cook University’s College of Medicine & Dentistry is seeking a passionate medical educator to contribute to Year 4 teaching at our Cairns Clinical School. This is an outstanding opportunity for a committed clinician to combine hands-on medical expertise with meaningful academic engagement in a regional setting.
Why join us?
- Inspire future doctors through small group teaching, clinical cases (CPCs & CLIX), and clinical examinations
- Make a regional impact in rural and remote health education
- Grow your academic profile through curriculum development, scholarship and collaborative research
About the role
Reporting to the Year 4 Academic Coordinator, you will contribute to the coordination, teaching and assessment of the Year 4 on-campus curriculum. You’ll provide academic and pastoral support to medical students, play a key role in program delivery, and contribute to ongoing curriculum innovation.
You will also have the opportunity to engage in scholarship and collaborative research aligned with medical education and regional health service delivery, while supporting JCU’s strong commitment to reconciliation, sustainability and community impact.
About you
You will bring:
- Current registration as a medical practitioner in Australia
- Clinical care experience
- Experience teaching in undergraduate and/or postgraduate medical education
- An understanding of rural and remote medical practice
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively
How To Apply
Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:
- Complete the application form
- Upload your current resume
- Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.
For any enquiries about the role, please contact Anna Vnuk (07) 4232 2314 or via email anna.vnuk@jcu.edu.au
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