Director of Medical Student Education

Position Number:
0027160
Location:
Northern Health Clinical School
Role type:
Part time (0.5-0.7FTE); Continuing
Faculty:
Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School:
Department of Medical Education, Melbourne Medical School
Salary:
Level C - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata)
Level D $175,858 - $193,740 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata)

• Influential academic leadership role / Drive excellence in medical education / Vibrant interprofessional learning environment
• Apply now for an exciting opportunity to shape the future of medical education
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

Your next career opportunity
Advance your career in medical education by taking on the pivotal role of Director of Medical Student Education at the Northern Health Clinical School.

You will provide strategic leadership in delivering the University of Melbourne's prestigious Doctor of Medicine program, overseeing the curriculum and fostering a supportive learning environment.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the development of future medical professionals while collaborating with esteemed colleagues in a vibrant interprofessional setting.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Program Leadership:
  Lead the delivery of the Doctor of Medicine program at Northern Health across all four years.
• Academic Oversight:
  Provide leadership and develop opportunities for clinical teaching programs, ensuring excellence.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Liaise between Northern Health and the University, facilitating effective partnerships.
• Student Support:
  Prioritise student wellbeing through pastoral care and counselling.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced medical educator passionate about nurturing the next generation of doctors, with a proven ability to lead innovative curricula and provide supportive guidance to students.

You may also:

• Have significant experience in medical student and/or junior doctor education.
• Demonstrate pastoral care capabilities and a commitment to student wellbeing.
• Possess familiarity with the University of Melbourne and its medical programmes.
• Exhibit strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Hold a relevant medical qualification and postgraduate degree in medical education.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

Your new team - 'Department of Medical Education'
The Department of Medical Education at the Melbourne Medical School is a leader in 21st-century medical education, delivering the innovative Doctor of Medicine (MD) course and conducting impactful research. We offer a range of postgraduate and professional development programs for health professionals, focusing on clinical teaching, leadership, and research. Joining our team means being part of a dynamic community dedicated to excellence, with opportunities to shape the future of healthcare education and research.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. 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.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)These will be asked in the application process, there is no need to upload a separate document.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Lachlan Bryce 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.

Advertised:
09 Jan 2025 12:
05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time