Senior Lecturer, Pathology

• Lead excellence in remote, rural, and Indigenous health
• Continuing Part time position - 7.25 hpw
• Excellent benefits including generous super and leave loading
• Located in Cairns where you can have a tropical lifestyle and a careeer!
• Academic Level B: $106,593 - $125,774 + 17% superannuation contributions.
• Academic Level C: $129,607 - $148,787 + 17% superannuation contributions.

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 now have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Pathology to join our team at the Cairns Clinical School within the College of Medicine and Dentistry based in the Cairns CBD.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Starting in early 2025 you will contributes to curriculum development, teaching and assessment of Pathology for medical students in year 4 of the MBBS program at Cairns City Campus. You will develop and implement the pathology component of the Year 4 program for Cairns, in conjunction with other academic staff in Cairns, and the Townsville based staff of Anatomy and Pathology. This involves providing interactive teaching in Pathology to Year 4 students at the end of each system-based learning session. You will assist with assessment and exams and liaises with other academic staff with regard to individual student performance.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

1. Eligibility for registration as a medical practitioner within Australia.
2. Substantial clinical experience in pathology.
3. Demonstrated understanding of issues relevant to the provision of academic and clinical services in rural and regional areas
4. Demonstrated record of teaching and assessment at the undergraduate level
5. Highly developed written and oral communication skills and the ability to contribute to a multi-disciplinary environment.

Desirable

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

ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY

The College of Medicine and Dentistry enhances health and strengthens healthcare in northern Australia and beyond by providing socially accountable health professional education, fostering research, building partnerships, and advocating for improved care. Through distinctive education and training, the College equips health professionals dedicated to making an impact in rural and regional Australia. It promotes and supports high-quality teaching and research in Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy, with a particular focus on addressing the needs of rural, remote, and underserved communities, tropical medicine, and the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• 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
• 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)
• Relocation and Accommodation maybe negotiated

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 fill out an application form or apply directly via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. 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 Sunday 15 December at 11:55 PM AEST.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Associate Professor Anna Vnuk on 4232 2314 or via email [email protected]

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.