Head, Regional Training Hub SQ and Intern Transition, DDSW MP

Head, Regional Training Hub SQ and Intern Transition, DDSW MP

Locations: Toowoomba Hospital

Time Type: Part time

Posted On: Posted Today

Job Requisition ID: R-42245

Rural Clinical School

Part-time (40%), permanent/fixed-term position through to 31st December 2025

Base Salary: will be in the range $134,845 - $155,246 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C)

Base salary will be in the range $162,046 - $178,367 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level D)

The successful applicant may attract Clinical Loading.

Based at: Toowoomba Hospital

About This Opportunity

The University of Queensland's Regional Training Hubs (RTH), funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health through the Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training Program, aim to cultivate a new generation of rural and regional doctors by supporting medical students and prevocational doctors interested in these areas. Located in Central Queensland, Wide Bay, and Southern Queensland, these hubs are part of the Darling Downs – South West Medical Pathway (DDSW MP), a collaborative initiative with the University of Southern Queensland, Darling Downs Health, and the South West Hospital and Health Service.

The Head of the RTH SQ position provides academic leadership within this pathway, focusing on improving the transition from medical school to internship, enhancing recruitment and retention, and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment to ensure that medical students and junior doctors thrive in regional settings.

This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Director RCS, Associate Professor Riitta Partanen r.partanen@uq.edu.au or Deputy Director RCS Dr Doogie Whitcombe d.whitcombe@uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the ‘About You’ section

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close: 27th October at 11.00pm AEST (R-42245). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 7th November.

Acknowledgment of Country:

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country.

Why Choose UQ?

At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide.

Career Development and Support:

UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.

Diverse and Inclusive Community:

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

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