"Bioethics Lecturer"

Medicine Sydney, NSW

Description

Lecturer (Bioethics), School of Medicine

Sydney Campus

Level B, Part-Time (0.8), Continuing 

• Rewarding opportunity

• Friendly and collaborative environment

• $110,602 - $130,386 pa (Level B) + 14% super (pro-rata) 

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY  

The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales. 

The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery and Health Sciences is the largest faculty at the University of Notre Dame Australia. 

The Doctor of Medicine (MD) is a 4-year graduate-entry program which combines basic and clinical sciences, communication and clinical skills, population and public health, personal and professional development, Aboriginal Health and research. The curriculum is delivered principally through Problem Based Learning in small groups led by a tutors for the Foundation Years (Years 1 and 2) and then through clinical placements in years 3 and 4.

ABOUT THE ROLE   

This position is based on the Darlinghurst Campus, Sydney, and reports to the National Head of School. In collaboration with key stakeholders the role will lead the development of a National core bioethics curriculum, including teaching and coordination. Responsibilities will also include program and course coordination for the postgraduate programs including the Masters of Bioethics. 

Responsibilities 

• Developing and coordinating the National core Bioethics curriculum delivered by the National School of Medicine;

• Assisting in identifying and implementing postgraduate programs and relevant course development, according to strategically identified priorities, including the Masters of Bioethics

• Supervising Masters level coursework students; 

• Supporting students requesting pastoral care 

• Reviewing and updating courses on a cyclical basis;

• Contribute to other courses in the School of Medicine as directed

• Contributing to appropriate School committees;

• Supporting School participation in student recruitment, orientation and enrolment 

ABOUT YOU 

• Possession of a PhD or a Medical qualification registrable with AHPRA and a Fellowship of a relevant professional body or significant progress towards.

• Experience in teaching at Masters level or higher or in medical, health or professional practice based education settings.

• Demonstrated experience in Bioethics curriculum and course development

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team of educators, preferably in a university or health service environment, to provide a quality learning experience

• A capacity to work collaboratively with relevant staff to implement and maintain effective systems and processes for ensuring the quality delivery of the program, and for leading continuous quality improvement

• An ability to foster external relationships and communication with schools, potential students and other stakeholders 

CONTACT US 

For enquiries about the role, or to request a copy of the Position Description, please contact Janette Tam Talent Acquisition Partner at janette.tam@nd.edu.au   

HOW TO APPLY 

Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close 11 July 2024

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.