Description:
LECTURER (CLINICAL EDUCATION)UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF RURAL HEALTH SOUTH WEST (UDRH SW)
CHANCELLERY, OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR (REGIONAL FUTURES)
ECU SOUTH WEST
LEVEL B $113,918 - $134,596 P.A PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
(PLUS NEGOTIATED RELOCATION COSTS)
FULL TIME, FIXED TERM CONTRACT UNTIL 31 DECEMBER 2026
- Collaborate with health and education providers in WA’s South West region to co-design and co-deliver clinical placements for ECU’s new University Department of Rural Health
- Apply your clinical education expertise and passion for improving healthcare access and quality in rural regions
- Create aspirations in young people to pursue careers in rural health
The term of appointment is linked to a commonwealth funding grant, however, there is possibility for extensions aligned to future funding also being renewed.
The Person
We have an exciting opportunity to join our new University Department of Rural Health South West. We welcome applications from existing health care academics, and/or experienced health care professionals from all health disciplines including nursing and midwifery, medicine, and all allied health disciplines including pharmacy, dentistry, speech pathology, physiotherapy, social work, OT, etc. You will have access to mentoring and support from our Director, Professor Beth Armstrong, to help you develop into the role. We are ideally seeking the following experience, and particularly welcome applications from local South West health care professionals with rural health experience, who may be considering a new professional career.
- Professional qualification and practical experience in a health-related field (Nursing/Midwifery will be given special consideration), ideally in a rural, remote or Aboriginal context and/or a record of academic achievement in a health-related field of relevance to rural, remote or Aboriginal populations
- Higher degree by research such as Masters, PhD is desirable but not essential
- Prior experience in the development or delivery of tertiary education and/or professional development programs
- Experience in Clinical Supervision
- Other capabilities as highlighted in the Role Capability Statement available on ECU Jobs website
The Role
You will work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team established to develop an innovative program of education, service, partnership and real-world research for a range of health disciplines that support the South West community health needs and contribute to rural workforce demands. Engagement with communities and service providers across the South West is an integral part of the job. Providing students with experiences in a wide range of health contexts and tailoring student education to meet the identified needs of rural and remote communities will be a focus. You will also be responsible for managing a small team of clinicians whose role is to network within their disciplines, assist in the facilitation of placements and supervise students.
Benefits & Remuneration
If you have not previously worked as an academic, you will be well supported whilst you develop into the role, including having opportunity to be mentored and participate in research programs.
This full-time fixed term position (external grant funded until 31 December 2026) attracts remuneration of circa $113,918 - $134,596 plus 17% University superannuation contribution (and relocation costs).
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances. For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to email Professor Beth Armstrong on b.armstrong@ecu.edu.au for more information, (please note there may be potential delays of a few days between responses).
How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a covering letter (no more than 2-3 pages) explaining your interest and relevant experience.
Closing Date:
Applications close on Sunday 6 April 2025 at 11.30pm WST.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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17 Apr 2025;
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