Part-time Lecturer – Rural Medical Education (Surgery)

About the role

UNSW Rural is seeking a part‑time Lecturer to deliver high‑quality, education‑focused teaching on its Port Macquarie campus. The role is centred on rural medical education with a specific emphasis on surgery, supporting the next generation of doctors in regional Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver face‑to‑face teaching sessions for medical students on the rural campus.
• Integrate contemporary teaching approaches and real‑world clinical experiences into the curriculum.
• Support student progression and immersion in rural healthcare settings.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and academic colleagues to strengthen partnerships across rural health networks.
• Contribute to educational initiatives that enhance the overall learning experience.

Required profile

• Current registration as a medical practitioner in New South Wales (BMedMD or MBBS).
• Demonstrated experience in a medical discipline, preferably surgery.
• Commitment to high‑quality, rurally focused teaching and inter‑professional learning.
• Proven record of teaching excellence in a university or clinical education setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Pro‑rated annual salary of $127,947 plus 17% superannuation.
• Fixed‑term contract until 30 June 2027 (0.1 FTE, 3.5 hours per week).
• Opportunity to shape rural medical education and impact regional health outcomes.
• No visa sponsorship – candidates must hold full work rights in Australia.