Deputy Head of Learning Community Year 2
- The University of Queensland
- Australia, QLD
- Jul 14, 2026
Job Description:
Part-time (40%), fixed-term position until September 2028
Base salary will be in the range $145,961 - $168,043 + 17% super (Academic Level C)
Based at our Rockhampton Hospital location
About This Opportunity
Play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the next generation of medical professionals through UQ’s innovative Learning Community model. As Deputy Head of Learning Community (Year 2), you will help cultivate a dynamic, inclusive and intellectually vibrant academic home where students, clinicians and educators come together to learn, connect and thrive. Working within the Rural Clinical School, you will contribute to a purposeful and collaborative environment that supports students to develop their professional identity, clinical capability and sense of belonging as future doctors serving regional and rural communities.
Key responsibilities will include:
Teaching: Provide visionary academic leadership for Year 2 learning and assessment, delivering high-quality clinical teaching, mentoring and pastoral care to support student progression and success.
Research: Maintain an active scholarly profile and contribute to collaborative research initiatives that strengthen rural health and medical education.
Supervision and Researcher Development: Guide and support students and staff through effective supervision, coaching and development, fostering engagement in research and continuous learning.
Citizenship and Service: Champion a culture of inclusivity, partnership and service by contributing to governance, building strong relationships with healthcare providers, and promoting rural medical careers.
This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About You
You are a collaborative and student-centred clinical academic who is passionate about medical education and committed to supporting learners as they progress academically and develop their professional identity. You are an engaging educator and trusted mentor, with a strong focus on inclusive practice, who brings both academic leadership and genuine enthusiasm for improving rural and regional health outcomes.
You will also have:
Medical qualification with eligibility for registration as a medical practitioner in Australia, with suitable specialist or general practice credentials
Demonstrated experience and leadership in clinical teaching, with a strong commitment to student learning and development
Proven ability to support student progression through academic advising, feedback and pastoral care
Contemporary clinical expertise with an understanding of best practice in medical education
Experience contributing to research or scholarship, ideally within a collaborative or rural health context
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine commitment to rural and regional health outcomes
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. 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, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sunday Pam | Associate Professor at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the ‘About You’ section.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (e.g. AHPRA), criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations, First Aid and/or CPR certification, and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday 27 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66748). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the beginning of August 2026.
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Job Description:
Part-time (40%), fixed-term position until September 2028
Base salary will be in the range $145,961 - $168,043 + 17% super (Academic Level C)
Based at our Rockhampton Hospital location
About This Opportunity
Play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the next generation of medical professionals through UQ’s innovative Learning Community model. As Deputy Head of Learning Community (Year 2), you will help cultivate a dynamic, inclusive and intellectually vibrant academic home where students, clinicians and educators come together to learn, connect and thrive. Working within the Rural Clinical School, you will contribute to a purposeful and collaborative environment that supports students to develop their professional identity, clinical capability and sense of belonging as future doctors serving regional and rural communities.
Key responsibilities will include:
Teaching: Provide visionary academic leadership for Year 2 learning and assessment, delivering high-quality clinical teaching, mentoring and pastoral care to support student progression and success.
Research: Maintain an active scholarly profile and contribute to collaborative research initiatives that strengthen rural health and medical education.
Supervision and Researcher Development: Guide and support students and staff through effective supervision, coaching and development, fostering engagement in research and continuous learning.
Citizenship and Service: Champion a culture of inclusivity, partnership and service by contributing to governance, building strong relationships with healthcare providers, and promoting rural medical careers.
This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About You
You are a collaborative and student-centred clinical academic who is passionate about medical education and committed to supporting learners as they progress academically and develop their professional identity. You are an engaging educator and trusted mentor, with a strong focus on inclusive practice, who brings both academic leadership and genuine enthusiasm for improving rural and regional health outcomes.
You will also have:
Medical qualification with eligibility for registration as a medical practitioner in Australia, with suitable specialist or general practice credentials
Demonstrated experience and leadership in clinical teaching, with a strong commitment to student learning and development
Proven ability to support student progression through academic advising, feedback and pastoral care
Contemporary clinical expertise with an understanding of best practice in medical education
Experience contributing to research or scholarship, ideally within a collaborative or rural health context
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine commitment to rural and regional health outcomes
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. 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, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sunday Pam | Associate Professor at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the ‘About You’ section.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (e.g. AHPRA), criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations, First Aid and/or CPR certification, and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Monday 27 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-66748). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the beginning of August 2026.
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