Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor (Professionalism Panel Lead)

Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor (Professionalism Panel Lead)

Curtin University is seeking a Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor (Professionalism Panel Lead) for a part-time, onsite role at its Bentley campus. The salary is $144,512 - $191,099 (ALC/ALD pro rata, + 17% super).

Curtin University is recognised among the world's top one percent of universities, as per the 2025 QS World University Rankings. The Curtin Medical School (CMS), a key component of the Faculty of Health Science, is dedicated to educating future medical professionals and offers Western Australia's sole undergraduate medical degree.

This position is central to upholding the integrity and alignment of the Professionalism Panels within the MBBS program. In collaboration with Unit Coordinators, Domain Leads, the Course Coordinator, and students, this role is essential for ensuring the curriculum meets the highest standards of professionalism and aligns with the Australian Medical Council (AMC) graduate outcomes.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Leadership: Take on an influential role in managing and assuring the quality of student professionalism within the MBBS Program.
• Impact on Education: Contribute directly to the quality and breadth of medical education, shaping the next generation of medical practitioners.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing professional growth opportunities within an academic environment, with potential to engage in educational forums.

This role supports the governance and quality assurance of the MBBS program, with a specific focus on maintaining the integrity and effective operation of Professional Behaviour and Registration Panels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Panel Oversight and Documentation: Ensure the MBBS Professional Behaviour and Registration Panels and their processes are well-documented, operate efficiently, and adhere to exemplary, timely record-keeping standards.
• Advisory Role: Provide critical advice to the Associate Dean/Dean HOS/Course Coordinator concerning the outcomes of professionalism issues, influencing Board of Examiner decisions.
• Support for CMS Activities: Contribute to various CMS activities, including ethics/medico-legal teaching and involvement in student selection for the MBBS course. The role will focus on maintaining impartiality in high-stakes decisions regarding student professionalism and making recommendations to the Board of Examiners. In conjunction with the Course Coordinator/Unit Coordinators/Domain Leads/Senior Leadership/Curtin University teams, the position offers advice on professionalism-related student matters. Key aspects include ensuring panels are well-coordinated, consistently documented, and supported by high-quality record keeping.

About You:

Selection Criteria:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A medical degree qualification or a postgraduate degree in a health profession.
• A PhD qualification (desirable).
• Current AHPRA registration as a medical/health practitioner and experience within the Australian healthcare system.
• Demonstrated experience in health/medical education, with a clear focus on professionalism, leadership, and ethical practices.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams and strengthening connections, employing a reflective and innovative approach.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on cross-cultural interactions and understanding.
• Demonstrated organisational skills, including time, resource, and self-management.
• Demonstrated written skills, including the ability to produce detailed reports and clear documentation of processes.

Role Requirements:

To be considered, you will require current work rights in Australia that align with the tenure of this role. Successful applicants will be subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Workdays: The preferred candidate will have the opportunity to negotiate their preferred working day/s.

About the Team:

Curtin Medical School delivers Western Australia’s only undergraduate medical program, admitting up to 132 students annually. It places a strong emphasis on equity, rural health, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation. The future-focused curriculum is delivered using state-of-the-art clinical teaching and simulation facilities at Bentley. This is supported by an extensive clinical education network comprising:

• Over 10 metropolitan hospital placement sites.
• Health campuses in Midland and Kalgoorlie.
• Membership in the Rural Clinical School of WA.
• Strong partnerships with metropolitan and rural primary care and community providers.

The school is committed to producing future-ready doctors with robust primary care capabilities, leadership skills, and a dedication to serving diverse communities.

Further information is available at https://www.curtin.edu.au/about/learning-teaching/health-sciences/curtin-medical-school/

About Curtin University:

Curtin University is ranked among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 ranking.