Look to the future

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

When we look ahead, we are motivated by the opportunities we see. We are driven by the challenges we need to solve and we are stirred by the future we can imagine.

Be challenged and imagine with us

The School of Medicine and Public Health is the largest of four Schools within the Faculty of Health and Medicine. The School's educational strengths are the Bachelor of Medical Science/Doctor of Medicine – Joint Medical Program (JMP) and postgraduate programs in public health. The School also has a strong research focus and works closely with the CCLHD to promote health research focused on population needs and health services within this locality. The research and educational programs have robust international links and opportunities, and the potential for growth of interprofessional learning and research. The Central Coast Clinical School (CCCS) is core to the JMP, coordinating clinical teaching and supervision for medical students across key clinical Disciplines in hospital, community and primary care settings. From 2022 it is anticipated that students will be placed at the CCCS across all five years of the curriculum.

With a strong focus on Integrated Health Care and the health priorities of CCLHD this position will work collaboratively with the Clinical Dean at the CCCS to achieve growth and sustainability of the medical education program and foster a strong partnership with CCLHD.

The position is based at the CCCS located at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals.

How will you inspire us?

Contributing towards three domains of academic work within the School of Medicine and Public Health: Research and Innovation, Teaching and Learning, and Service and Engagement, you will be responsible for the teaching and assessment of undergraduate medical students, while contributing to the ongoing review of the medical program.As a key member of an academic team based within the CCCS, you will work collaboratively with the Clinical Dean to achieve growth and sustainability of the teaching and research programs, and to foster strong relationships with all JMP delivery partners.

In this role, you will undertake clinical academic duties and provide clinical academic leadership within a relevant professional discipline, with preference given to clinicians in the discipline of Geriatrics.

For additional information on the position contact Prof. Brian Kelly on +61 2 4921 7776 / [email protected], using the subject line: Lecturer in Medicine - Gosford and Wyong enquiry via EthicalJobs. For a full job description including the essential criteria, visit www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/jobs-at-uon/job-vacancies.

Why commit to us?

The successful applicant will be offered a Clinical Academic appointment in Medicine with the CCLHD, which provides health services to the local government area extending north from the Hawkesbury River, to the southern shore of Lake Macquarie and west to Wiseman’s Ferry. Services include acute, subacute, and ambulatory healthcare, in collaboration with Primary and Community Care Services.

Services include acute, subacute, and ambulatory healthcare, in collaboration with Primary and Community Care Services.

The remuneration for this position is from $99,213 + 17% Superannuation

Learn about our employee benefits at www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/jobs-at-uon/benefits-at-a-glance.

Let’s create this future together. Here’s how to join:

Click on 'Apply for this job'. Your application will be assessed on essential criteria. Read all information about the role so you understand what is required. In addition:

• Follow all directions and complete all necessary fields of the application; and
• In addressing the essential criteria clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet each point (maximum of four pages).

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you.