Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Research Thesis Capstone

Role type: Casual, varying hours

Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department / School: Clinical Pathology

Salary: Level B.2 - $84.03 per hour

• Shape the Research Thesis Capstone by applying subject‑matter expertise to ensure best‑practice content, coherent learning outcomes and strong alignment across teaching and assessment.
• Apply now if you are a cancer research expert with a passion for learning design and postgraduate education.

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The Master of Cancer Sciences is a fully online two-year course offered jointly by the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC) Alliance and the University of Melbourne (UoM). The philosophy behind the Master of Cancer Sciences is to provide a contemporary, evidence-based program to health professionals to improve the outcomes and quality of life for patients with cancer and ultimately to improve cancer treatment outcomes.

We require a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to conduct a comprehensive review of a subject that is part of the Master of Cancer Sciences - Research Thesis Capstone, and to develop a general module that provides core information and orientation for students enrolled in the Master of Cancer Sciences.

This will be a casual position, on an as-required basis, with an estimated workload of 80 hours. The review and development would need to occur during Term 2 2026 teaching period (27 Apr - 21 Jun).

What you will deliver:

• Review and refine learning outcomes to ensure they are clearly articulated, appropriately scaffolded across Part 1 and Part 2, and aligned with course‑level outcomes.
• Critically review subject content to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with current cancer research best practice and relevant industry standards.
• Design and develop the module structure and core content to ensure alignment with existing Master of Cancer Sciences content.
• Create a clear, coherent and intuitive learning journey that supports student engagement and progression through the program.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold relevant postgraduate qualifications in a cancer‑related discipline (PhD, progress toward PhD, or Master’s degree).
• Proven experience in learning design and the development of high‑quality educational content, supported by strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with academic, clinical and professional stakeholders.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and digital skills, with a proactive, reliable approach to managing tasks, priorities and deadlines.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

Application essentials:

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• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact David Kok
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Applications close: Sunday 26 April 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

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