Associate Lecturer

Job no: 0060061
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time; Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Medical Education, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: Academic A – $80,258 – $108,906 p.a. plus 17% super

• Oversee teaching, assessment, and student support in the Professional Practice stream
• Integral role in connecting and shaping future doctors' professional development and curriculum.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role The Associate Lecturer in Medical Education (Professional Practice) contributes to the Professional Practice stream in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, focusing on teaching, assessment, and student support. Responsible for nurturing students' professional identity and well-being, this role collaborates within the MD teaching team, participating in curriculum review, assessment, and professional development activities under the guidance of designated staff members.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Engage in teaching of curriculum content in PP
• Work with the MD team to ensure that allocated students are provided with the learning experiences to meet the requirements of the MD program
• Assist with updating facilitator notes based upon feedback and discussion with current PP tutors and the PP team
• Assist with the delivery of PP facilitator briefings for the MD1 program

Who We Are Looking For
You will excel in this role with your strong communication and presentation skills, coupled with problem-solving abilities and creative thinking. Your demonstrated organisational proficiency, time management, and problem-solving skills ensure effective handling of deadlines and tasks. Additionally, your excellence in verbal and written communication enhances your effectiveness in the role.

You will also have:

• A medical degree registrable in Victoria
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching entry-to-practice medical or other health professional students
• Experience in teaching and/or facilitation in medical education and delivery
• Demonstrated strong organisational, time management and problem-solving skills

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position . This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team – Department of Medical Education - Melbourne Medical School
The Department of Medical Education, established in 2015, is pivotal in shaping the innovative Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at the Melbourne Medical School. With a strong team of over 160 staff and a vast network of honorary members, it fosters cutting-edge research, professional development, and engagement in medical education. Meanwhile, the Melbourne Medical School, founded in 1862, stands as a beacon of excellence in healthcare, boasting renowned research programs and clinical departments, all aimed at advancing medical knowledge and improving community health.

What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid Abdullatif via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.