Employment Type: Part Time, 32 hours per week (0.8FTE) negotiable
Duration: Fixed Term until 30 June 2026
Remuneration: Competitive remuneration based on Academic Level C or Level D pro rata + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading
Location: Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
Why this role matters:
UNSW’s Education Focussed (EF) roles enable academics to specialise in education and devote their time to delivering high-quality teaching and pursuing initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. Those who are appointed to this prestigious specialism will be expected to successfully drive educational excellence within the university’s teaching and learning communities.
The Director of Medical Education, Rural, is a senior academic leadership position within the School of Clinical Medicine, Rural Clinical Campuses (RCC) responsible for the operational leadership of academic activities at the identified rural campus and the delivery of our world class Medicine program with a rural community health focus.
The position holder will demonstrate a commitment to high quality teaching, developing and leading a comprehensive education program through a culture of best practice that supports students, academics, professional and technical staff.
The role requires a close and collaborative working relationship with the Associate Dean Rural Health–Head, Rural Clinical Campuses, the Manager Rural Clinical Campuses, and other senior academic and professional staff within the RCC and Faculty, as well as senior staff within the Local Health District and Primary Health networks. Leading a unified UNSW presence at the identified Rural Clinical Campuses location and enhancing the profile of UNSW in teaching and rurally focussed research and projects is a priority.
The position will bring together and build strong relationships with key stakeholders to establish rural specific course material and research initiatives that support local rural health objectives and the development of Health, Education and Research capabilities in the region.
The position reports to the Associate Dean Rural Health–Head, Rural Clinical Campuses and has a number of up direct reports.
Skills Required:
At Level C:
- An MBBS and a Fellowship of a Specialist Medical College (including but not limited to ACEM, ACRRM, RACP, RACGP, RANZCOG, RACS), and eligible for medical registration in New South Wales.
- Demonstrated experience in a particular field of medicine and a commitment to high quality rurally focussed teaching.
- Evidence and maintenance of professional development in pedagogy, disciplinary knowledge and professional accreditation requirements.
- A proven commitment to excellence in teaching and supervision at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level with a passion for rural health education.
- A record of successful interaction with Local Health District, Specialist Colleges, professional and training organisations, and other internal and external stakeholders.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
At Level D (in addition to the above):
- A record of distinguished scholarship, including the capacity for cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a strong clinical background and senior professional standing in a relevant medical discipline.
- Evidence of superior leadership skills in the broader health environment and a record of solid achievement in academic and professional environments.
To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our benefits include:
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
- Discounts and entitlements
Specific Pre-Employment Checks Required:
- Criminal Records Check
- Qualifications Check
- Working with Children Check NSW
How to apply
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role. To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.
Contact
Aarti
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
a.aarti@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Sunday 27th October before 11:30 pm
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
