Senior Lecturer in Clinical Dentistry

• Two positions available
• Make a significant impact in dental education
• Excellent benefits including generous super and leave allowances
• Located in Cairns where you can have a tropical lifestyle and a career!
• 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 two Senior Lecturers in Clinical Dentistry to join our team at the College of Medicine and Dentistry based in Cairns.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• A degree qualification in Dentistry, along with relevant postgraduate qualifications and experience.
• Current registration or eligibility for registration as a dental practitioner with AHPRA.
• Extensive experience in clinical teaching at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Strong interpersonal and people management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, write proficiently, and utilize information and communication technologies.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, contributing effectively to a team-oriented environment.

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.

ABOUT CAIRNS

Cairns is a very special part of the world and residents enjoy a great way of life. The unparalleled natural beauty of the rainforest and beaches together with a superb climate and tropical lifestyle make Cairns one of Australia’s most desirable places to live, visit and do business. Cairns is a friendly, safe, and sophisticated international city, alive with charm and spirit. Cairns boasts word class schools, universities, health services, sporting and recreation facilities and enjoys a wonderfully diverse range of community and cultural celebrations.

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 23 February 2025 at 11:55 PM AEST.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Associate Professor Ernie Jennings on +61 7 4232 1911 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.