Senior Teaching Fellow, Doctor of Medicine Program

• Based at our DMS Rural Communities Sites - Hamilton-Portland & Colac-Camperdown Zones
• 2x Positions – Part-time (0.2 FTE) and fixed-term for 3 years
• Level C $149,230 - $171,602 + 17% Superannuation
  
  

Support the delivery of high-quality rural medical education that prepares future doctors to meet the healthcare needs of regional and rural communities. This role contributes to innovative teaching, curriculum enhancement and student success through clinical, community-based and learner-centred education.

• →Deliver effective teaching within Deakin Medical School – Rural Communities through bedside tuition, face-to-face teaching and online learning activities.
• →Apply clinical, industry and research expertise to support student learning, engagement, success and resource development.
• →Collaborate with teaching teams to develop and refine curriculum, clinical education experiences and learning resources.
• →Contribute to the review and continuous improvement of units and courses to enhance educational outcomes.
• →Support innovative curriculum design and learner-centred, research-informed teaching practices in partnership with Unit Chairs.
  
  

• A PhD or equivalent qualification (such as Fellowship of a relevant College) in a relevant discipline.
• A medical degree and current registration with AHPRA.
• FRACGP or FACRRM, or be close to sitting the relevant Fellowship examination.
• A strong record of scholarly learning and teaching in undergraduate and/or postgraduate programs, including innovative and effective pedagogical approaches.
• Demonstrated experience leading curriculum development and educational enhancement initiatives.
• Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues to improve teaching practice.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders.
  
  

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Mark Johnson (Deputy Course Director, Professional Practice) on mark.johnson@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Level C Senior Teaching Fellow, 586240.pdf

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks

In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.

Advertised: 21 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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