Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education (Communication Skills and Reflective Practice)

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The School of Medicine and Dentistry strives to prepare the next generation of professionals and practitioners to tackle health and healthcare challenges in an ever-changing world. As a community, we are committed to building better health outcomes for all by delivering high-quality education, impactful research and engagement with and for the communities we serve. As articulated in our Strategic Plan, we commit to the University's values and, importantly, to being a School for Country, place, communities and the people we serve. Through our learning and teaching, we strive to produce graduates who are confident, competent and resilient to be agents for change.

Job Description

The Senior Lecturer in Clinical Education is expected to make significant contributions to the teaching effort of the School of Medicine and Dentistry and play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities. The Senior Lecturer is expected to make independent and original contributions to research which have significant impact on the field of expertise.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a clinically qualified academic to establish a career in medical education. The role forms part of an academic team that oversees the learning and assessment of medical students and contributes to delivery of relevant aspects of the curriculum in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, which encompasses communication skills and reflective practice, informed by contemplative pedagogy and contextualised to the practice of medicine.

This position aims to ensure and verify that students in the MD acquire the understanding and skills related to communication skills and reflective practice required of an Australian medical graduate. It also contributes to curriculum development, delivery and assessment relevant to their area of expertise.

This is a continuing position based at the Gold Coast and is available as either full-time (1.0 FTE) or alternatively part-time as a job-share arrangement (e.g. 0.6/0.4 FTE or 0.5FTE x 2). Part-time options are designed to accommodate clinical commitments of candidates.

As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Senior Lecturer (Level C) range $138,702 - $159,936 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $162,281 - $187,125 per annum.

Qualifications

We are seeking applicants for this role from candidates who possess:

• A medical degree from a recognised educational institution.
• Ahpra registration or Aphra registrable clinical qualification.
• A doctoral or master’s qualification of equivalent accreditation and standing and/or professional fellowship; or significant progress towards completion of a master’s or doctoral degree in a relevant discipline or field, or professional fellowship is a desirable criterion.

We are also seeking interest from those with demonstrated expertise and experience in teaching and assessing of communication skills and reflective practice in a medical program.

Additional Information

• Why Griffith?
• As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact the Dean of Medicine, Professor Niru Nirthanan, School of Medicine and Dentistry via email sniru.nirthanan@griffith.edu.au or by phone on (07) 5678 8023.

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner at j.dhall@griffith.edu.au.

Closing date: Monday, 27 October 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.