Australia onlyPart-time or full time continuing role at Westmead and Sydney Dental Hospital
Lecturer Clinical Education in Dentistry -Tooth Conservation Discipline
Base Salary $127,436- $151,328+ 17% superannuation + dental loading (pro-rata)
About the opportunity
The University of Sydney School of Dentistry (Sydney Dental School) is ranked amongst the top dental schools internationally and is one of the largest dental schools in Australia. It has campuses in the Sydney Dental Hospital (in inner-eastern Sydney), the Westmead Centre for Oral Health at Westmead Hospital (in western Sydney), the Nepean Centre for Oral Health and outreach service-based teaching is undertaken across the state of NSW.
We are seeking a Lecturer in Tooth Conservation to deliver clinical education within our integrated clinics.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
undertake independent teaching and assessment and apply research or scholarly activity to enhance educational practices and outcomes
deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences that meet the universitys standards for education
develop innovative teaching approaches and evaluate effectiveness for continuous improvement
conduct original research independently or collaboratively, with a focus on publication, conference presentations, and securing research funding
coordinate academic staff activities and provide training and mentorship to less experienced lecturers
carry out administrative tasks and actively contribute to faculty or school meetings
foster a positive workplace culture that values diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence, and achieving outcomes
understand and contribute to advancing the university and faculty/school strategic agenda
build a professional profile through participation in conferences, seminars, and outreach activities
engage in translational research and establish collaborations for research, development, commercialisation, and policy improvement
undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required
About you
AHPRA registration
bachelor degree in the field of dentistry
postgraduate qualifications in dentistry and /or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience
PhD in a relevant discipline (optional)
clinical experience in the discipline of tooth conservation or general dental practice
experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity
a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders
a developing research profile in discipline or area of expertise
proven experience in teaching and learning within an established programme and in a variety of settings
proven experience in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives
demonstrated success in implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives with a clinical and patient care focus (desirable)
Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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