Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Medicine and Health

Sydney Horizon Educators/Teaching and Research (Faculty of Medicine and Health) 

• Full time and part time continuing academic Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor Education Focused and Teaching and Research positions at The University of Sydney
• Opportunity for the best and brightest talented educators and researchers to be part of our future at the Faculty of Medicine and Health
• Base Salary Level B/C/D $122,830 p.a. - $199,585 p.a. (pro-rata for part time appointments) + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity 

The University of Sydney welcomes applications for various academic disciplines outlined below, during an exciting and innovative time. With the introduction of the new University of Sydney Enterprise Agreement 2023-26, the University has committed to establishing and advertising new continuing education-focused (EF) and teaching and research academic positions across the Faculty of Medicine and Health. 

You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching in your field of expertise while you also continue to build substantial research contribution, expertise, connections, and impact. As part of this role, you will also contribute to the governance, leadership, and engagement work of your employing school. 

Over time, staff appointed to these roles will be supported to engage with professional development opportunities to build their capability to lead change and improvement in teaching and research at the University.

The University of Sydney is recognised as one of the top research and teaching universities in the world. 

A globally ranked university, ranked 18th in QS University World Rankings 2025, 1^st for sustainability in Australia. 

Sydney Horizon Educators Opportunities

Successful education focused candidates will join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort. For further insights into this exciting opportunity, we invite you to watch this video.

For the Sydney Horizon Educators, there will be access to up to AUD$30K to support education­ related activities, including education-related research and education-related professional development and learning. 

The aims of these education focused roles are to attract and retain the best and brightest emerging academics, within a specialised category of academic engagement. Positions in this opportunity are for talented educators with a passion for, and demonstrated excellence in, educational practice and innovation, and research capability (in disciplinary and/or education-related research). This newly-recruited group of educators will support an uplift in the teaching capability and student experience at the University of Sydney, while also developing as leaders in the education space at the University. 

You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation in your specialised field while you also contribute to research in relation to your discipline and/or your educational practice. As part of this role, you will also contribute to the governance, leadership, and engagement work of your employing school, particularly as it relates to education. 

Teaching and Research Opportunities 

The aims of these teaching and research roles are to attract and retain the best and brightest emerging academics. To support an uplift in the teaching and research capability and student experience at the University of Sydney, these positions are for talented researchers who also have a passion for, and demonstrated excellence in, pedagogical practice.  

You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation in your specialised field while you also continue to build substantial research contribution, expertise, connections and impact. As part of this role, you will also contribute to the governance, leadership, and engagement work of your employing school. 

For further information regarding the Sydney Horizon Educators and Teaching and Research roles and responsibilities please refer the following link. 

When submitting your application, please select the position(s) you would like to apply for. 

The University of Sydney is recognised as one of the top research and teaching universities in the world. 

The Faculty of Medicine and Health has been designed to enable innovation, excellence and strategic vision in teaching, research, and clinical practice not only in medicine and health, but in all of the areas in which we operate. We are committed to challenging conventional wisdom, and to finding new paths to travel. We are focussed on leading new possibilities in the way we deliver wellness and healthcare and in making a distinctive impact on healthcare, both locally and globally. 

To build on this performance, the University is seeking applications for the following positions: 

Sydney School of Nursing 

• Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Social Sciences/Clinical Education Nursing/Paediatric
• Nursing/Mental Health Nursing (Education Focused) (Camperdown Campus), Level B/C

 The University of Sydney Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery (Sydney Nursing School)  is the school of choice to nurture global citizens in health and wellbeing. We are currently ranked #1 in Australia and #14 globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. As a leader in nursing research and education, Sydney Nursing School produces graduates who possess critical thinking skills and knowledge of local and global health issues to provide exceptional care for individuals and communities. We are also home to the Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health. 

We are seeking two (2) education focused full-time or part-time academics at the level of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer with deep expertise and passion for teaching in any of the following areas: mental health nursing, social science, clinical education nursing or paediatric nursing. 

You will have a PhD in nursing, public health or an academic field relevant to the discipline, including a qualification and extensive experience in this area of nursing. A current AHPRA registration (Nurse) is a requirement for this position. You will make a significant contribution to high-quality teaching and innovative learning practices, curriculum design and evaluation in nursing. The successful applicant will also contribute to the Nursing School’s research strategy, through independent research activity, and/ or involvement in interdisciplinary grants and projects. 

Sydney School of Public Health 

• Lecturer in Health Policy and Planning (Teaching and Research) (Camperdown Campus), Level B 

The University of Sydney’s Health Policy and Planning Program is at the forefront of teaching, research, and action to drive policy change. We seek to appoint a highly-motivated Lecturer in Health Policy and Planning to join the Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Health Economics. The successful applicant will make a significant contribution to our curriculum design, development, and delivery of postgraduate Health Policy and Planning courses, as well as grow his or her own program of research, as part of our vibrant Menzies Centre team. Our disciplines include: health policy, health economics, social and behavioural sciences, dietetics, health systems, political economy, and public health. 

We are therefore looking for candidates who have: 

• Demonstrated capacity to develop and teach units of study relevant to health policy, health economics, health systems, research methods, evidence informed policy or practice or other courses in the social sciences
• Deep understanding of linkages between political systems and their influence or impact on the health of populations 

Sydney Medical School 

• Senior Lecturer in General Practice (Education Focused) (Camperdown, Westmead, Hornsby), Level C 

The Senior Lecturer in the General Practice Clinical School (GPCS) will join a growing team involved in teaching, research, and engagement across three Sydney precincts (Camperdown, Westmead, Hornsby). The GPCS also works closely with academic and professional colleagues in three rural clinical school sites (Orange/Dubbo, Lismore, and Broken Hill). 

This Education Focused role will contribute to leadership and coordination of general practice curriculum, assessment and teaching in the MD program. This will include supervision or co-supervision of academic GP registrars, as well as representing the GP Clinical School on relevant education-focused internal and external committees. 

The successful applicant will also contribute to the GP Clinical School’s research strategy, through independent research activity, co/supervision of MD research students and academic GP registrars and/ or involvement in interdisciplinary grants and projects. 

• Associate Professor in Medicine/Surgery (Education Focused Specialist Practitioner) (Camperdown) Level D 

Since 1856 The Sydney Medical School (SMS) has been dedicated to developing caring, clinically-outstanding, research-capable, and globally-aware graduates who become leaders in their chosen professions. 

We advocate for and take a leadership role in contributing to high-quality healthcare and wellbeing. Our staff play a major role in the provision of healthcare in NSW and in a number of countries in our region. They are leading clinicians who are actively involved in the evolution of care and hold key roles in government and non-government organisations, hospitals, and other major health providers. 

SMS is keen to make senior specialist medical/surgical practitioner academic appointments at Level D with an option of full or part time in education focused roles to develop and implement strategies to improve the quality of education and enhance student experience in the Master of Medicine/Master of Surgery postgraduate coursework programs.  The appointee/s is/are expected to provide leadership to the postgraduate coursework programs as relevant to their specialist background and educational expertise. We are seeking senior clinicians with significant educational experience either in a university or hospital environment and expect successful candidates to make a significant contribution to curriculum design, development, and delivery of our postgraduate coursework programs to provide transformative healthcare education. 

The successful applicant will also contribute to the educational research and innovation program , through independent research activity, co/supervision of PGCW Advanced Masters research students dissertation/independent research unit students and involvement in internal and external research grant and other funding opportunities for educational research projects 

Sydney Dental School (SDS) 

As an academic school within the Faculty of Medicine and Health, SDS is consistently ranked as one of Australia's top dental schools. Through our delivery of integrated research, clinical training, and professional education, students benefit from the opportunity to gain experience in a diverse range of clinical facilities, to interact with dental and other health professionals, and develop an understanding of real-world challenges in oral health and healthcare.  

• Senior Lecturer in Periodontics (Education Focused) Level C 

The Sydney Dental School (SDS) are seeking a highly skilled Periodontal Specialist to join our esteemed institution. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience: 

• Specialist Training: Completion of advanced specialist training in periodontology
• Currently hold or eligible to hold AHPRA registration as a dentist or dental specialist
• Completed PhD or near completion within a relevant field
  • Diagnosis and treatment of periodontal and peri-implant diseases
  • Non-surgical and surgical management of these conditions
  • Soft and hard tissue surgery/augmentation
  • Planning and placement of dental implants
• Teaching Experience: Proven experience in teaching at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels, with a focus on postgraduate education.
• Research Involvement: A strong background in research related to periodontology and dental implants.
• Leadership in Education: Ability to lead in educational innovation, curriculum design, and review to ensure exceptional educational outcomes.
• Governance and Engagement: Contributions to the governance, leadership, and development of the periodontology program at the Sydney Dental School. 

If you are passionate about advancing Periodontology through teaching, research, and leadership, we invite you to apply and become a part of our dynamic team. 

About you

The University values excellence, trust, and accountability. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talented academics who align to these values and who will lead our teaching and research work at the university in the years to come. You will join a dynamic, engaged group in a highly collaborative and supportive teaching and research environment.   

We are looking for education focused candidates who understand the principles and pedagogy of good curriculum and assessment design, and who will make a significant contribution to improving the student experience at the University. Successful candidates will understand or be willing to learn the research principles around teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation. They will have a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, facilitating and guiding their learning in research, theory, and laboratory sessions. They will also have demonstrated ability to conduct research and (at all levels, but particularly at Level C and D) a willingness to develop a program of education-related research over time. 

With the teaching and research candidates, we are looking for candidates who can make a significant contribution to teaching and learning design, delivery, and evaluation while continuing to build their research contribution, expertise and impact. They will have a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with students, facilitating and guiding their learning in research, theory and laboratory sessions. They will also have the capacity to build a significant research program over time, obtaining competitive funding as needed to support their research work. 

We are therefore looking for Sydney Horizon Educators and Teaching and Research academics who have:

• A PhD or nearly-completed PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline
• (for education focused) experience in assessment, feedback and learning by design
• (for education focused) experience in contributing to outstanding educational design, delivery, evaluation and outcomes
• (for teaching and research) a record of attracting competitive, external funding to support their research
• (for teaching and research) a track record of high-quality research outputs appropriate to the discipline that is on an upward trajectory
• A developing network of relationships with key academic, industry or professional institutions partners and stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in supervising or mentoring others and/or coordinating team activities
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching
• Sound experience of teaching and learning, and the ability to contribute to teaching at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate levels in lecture, tutorial and practical settings.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives
• A record of excellent teaching, learning, and assessment practice in a tertiary environment, as evidenced through student and supervisor feedback
• The capacity to engage students and enable a supportive, inclusive learning environment
• A high level of interpersonal skills including the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• The ability to work collaboratively with other staff, including professional staff, and foster principles of equity, diversity and inclusion
• High-level written and verbal communication skills 

Senior Lecturers who, in addition to the above can demonstrate:

• Their knowledge and understanding of the key, strategic, education-related issues in the higher education sector and/or the University
• (for education focused) their experience as an effective unit, course or program coordinator or director (especially for large classes), as evidenced by student and staff feedback
• (for teaching and research) demonstrated record of driving a program of peer-reviewed research, creative work, or scholarship published or disseminated in high-quality outlets for their discipline some experience in people leadership within the higher education sector
• Significant capability in leadership, service, governance, and engagement. 

Associate Professor who, in addition to the above can demonstrate:

• Service, governance, and engagement through their prior work in university and/or complex non-university organisations
• (for teaching and research) their ability to attract nationally competitive research funding, particularly from the Australian Research Council
• (for education focused) a sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning design and practice.
• (for education focused) leadership of curriculum development than enhances student learning in the discipline curriculum
• Extensive experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity.
• Extensive experience supervising and mentoring others
• A wide network of established relationships with academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders
• (for education focused) their ability to obtain competitive grant funding for their education scholarship
• Their leadership within the higher education sector, including demonstrated success in supervising and/or mentoring others (including honours students) to achieve career progression or professional advancement
• Establishment of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of education in the discipline, School, Faculty and University.

Pre-employment checks 

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. 

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements 

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. 

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.  

How to apply 

Please prepare and upload a statement indicating how you believe you meet the criteria outlined in the “About you” of the advertisement (maximum 3 A4 pages) and a CV which can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Applications will be reviewed as received. 

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Anticipated timelines  

Please refer to the Recruitment Guidelines for key information about this recruitment campaign. 

Contact Information 

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Frank McHenry, Recruitment Officer. Recruitment Operations, Human Resources on +61 2 8627 0063 or by email hr.recruitmentcampaign@sydney.edu.au 

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Click to view the following Position Descriptions for these Education Focused roles: 

• Lecturer (Education Focused) – Level B
• Senior Lecturer (Education Focused) – Level C
• Associate Professor (Education Focused) – Level D 

Click to view the following Position Description for these Teaching and Research roles: 

• Lecturer – Level B