Senior Lecturer, Paediatrics

Senior Lecturer, Paediatrics

Job ID: 492404

Location: Cairns

Employment Type: Part time

Closing on: Oct 24 2024

POSITION DESCRIPTION

James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic clinical health practitioner to join our team at the Cairns Clinical School within the College of Medicine and Dentistry as a Senior Lecturer, Paediatrics.

Continuing, part-time position (20%).

Based at the Cairns Rural Clinical School (Cairns Hospital).

Academic Level C: $129,607 - $148,787 per annum (pro rata for part-time) plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is integral to the teaching of paediatric components within the clinical rotations of our MBBS program. As an active clinical health practitioner in paediatrics, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of medical education by facilitating and delivering tutorials that meet the rigorous learning objectives of our program. You will play a crucial role in the academic journey of our medical students, contributing to both their education and assessment.

As part of the role, you will be required to travel to other College locations and within the region on occasion, which may include overnight stays, and after-hours work as well as participate in competency and compliance training to ensure a best practice clinical education experience is delivered.

It is mandatory that you hold Current registration as a medical practitioner in Australia.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Paediatrics) or equivalent.
• Doctoral qualifications or equivalent accreditation and standing in Paediatrics and/or equivalent relevant professional experience in a related field.
• Substantial clinical experience in Paediatrics.
• Experience in teaching in the area of undergraduate medical education.
• Substantial experience in the provision of clinical care in rural and/or remote areas.
• A proven record of scholarship relevant to Paediatric health.
• Strong personal commitment to the strategic intent and values of the College of Medicine.
• Advanced interpersonal, organisational and people management skills.

Desirable

• Demonstrated understanding of issues relevant to the provision of academic and clinical services in rural and remote areas.
• Demonstrated experience or skills in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander paediatric health care.

SHAPE YOUR FUTURE WITH JCU

At JCU we’re not just shaping minds; we’re shaping the future.

As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world’s most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.

Find out more about JCU, our Careers and our locations.

WHY JCU?

JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of:

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Cash out annual leave and time in lieu options
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave or 12 months at half pay
• A range of flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Ongoing professional development support
• Fitness Passport
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare and medical services at our Townsville and Cairns’ campuses

HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to 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.

Applications close on 24 October at 11:55 PM AEST.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Anna Vnuk on 4232 2314 or email anna.vnuk@jcu.edu.au.

ABOUT OUR PROCESS

At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.

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WHAT MATTERS TO US AT JCU

• Our People - Our staff, students, and the communities we serve
• Our Education - Knowledge has the power to change lives
• Our Place – the Tropics and beyond
• Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.