Clinical Associate Lecturers - Dentistry

• School of Dentistry

• Two part-time (20%) positions, one permanent and one fixed term for up to 2 years

• Full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $78,871 - $105,004 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)

• Based at our Herston campus

About These Opportunities

The School of Dentistry have two opportunities for Clinical Associate Lecturers. In these roles, you will focus on clinical teaching, clinical research and service and engagement. You will be supported by senior academic staff with the expectation of an increasing degree of autonomy over time.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Teaching: Develop an emerging teaching profile, assist in course material development, collaborate on curriculum design, undertake clinic teaching, provide academic counselling and advice for students, and adhere to university teaching rules.

• Research: Publish quality research in reputable outlets, participate in research funding support applications, collaborate on joint research projects, contribute to knowledge and research translation, develop a research program and emerging research profile, and utilise best practice research methodologies.

• Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students, recruit and manage employees, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.

• Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

These are clinical academic positions. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Completion or near completion of an advanced professional qualification or Higher Degree by Research in the discipline area.

• An emerging profile in clinical teaching and/or clinical research in the discipline area.

• Industry knowledge and experience in a general or specialist capacity.

• Evidence of quality clinical teaching at undergraduate, postgraduate (as appropriate) and/or professional entry level and collaboration in course coordination.

• Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and strong contributions towards external activities that foster links within the profession within the relevant specialty.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and education check

Work Rights

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

 
Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Saso Ivanovski at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
 

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume

• Cover letter with responses to the ‘About You’ section

Please indicate in your cover letter if you are applying for the fixed-term or continuing role.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Wednesday 27th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-45467).

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