Overview
Continuing, Full Time Appointment
Teaching Focused Academic Level C – annual salary $134,128 – $156,967 pa
Plus 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus
Providing academic leadership in the design, facilitation, and evaluation of Problem-Based Learning across the Doctor of Medicine program at CDU.
About the Position
As the Senior Lecturer in Problem-Based Learning (PBL), you will be responsible for providing academic leadership in the design, facilitation, and evaluation of PBL across the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at CDU. A central focus of the role is embedding cultural safety, First Nations health, and NT-specific clinical contexts into teaching, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for practice in diverse and often under-served communities. The position requires strong expertise in student-centered learning approaches, case design, and small group facilitation, as well as a commitment to innovation and equity in medical education. The Senior Lecturer will also contribute to curriculum development, assessment, research, and scholarship in medical education.
The CDU Menzies Medical Program is a 5-year undergraduate entry MD course with 5 themes running concurrently: Patient Care, Health in the Community, First Nations Culture and Health, Personal and Professional Development, and the Scientific Basis of Medicine. The medical program has a strong focus on First Nations health and wellbeing, remote and rural medicine, rural generalism, and the provision of high-quality, interdisciplinary team-based regional and remote health services.
About You
To be successful, you will require:
- A doctoral qualification (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in a relevant health or medical discipline, or equivalent professional/educational experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in medical education, with a focus on small group, problem-based, or case-based learning.
- Experience in curriculum design, case writing, and assessment in medical/health professions education.
- Evidence of scholarly activity, research, or publication in medical/health education.
- Commitment to student-centered learning, cultural safety, and inclusive education.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
- Fellowship or recognition in health professions education (e.g., ANZAHPE, AMEE, Advance HE).
- Experience with program accreditation (AMC or equivalent).
- Evidence of innovation in PBL pedagogy or integration with clinical teaching.
- Experience embedding First Nations health and cultural safety into medical curriculum
To view the full position description please click the apply link to be directed to the vacancy on our CDU job site and then click on job attachments.
Important notices
This position is subject to Charles Darwin University First Nations Priority Recruitment measures, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT). First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, please visit the CDU careers page.
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level C. The base salary will be in the range of $134,128 - $156,967 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $156,929 - $183,651 per annum, including 17% superannuation.
What’s in it for you?
- An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
- Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education, and research
- Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
- An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
- 17% superannuation
- Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
- Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
- Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
- Free on-campus parking in designated areas
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging opportunities
How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We’re about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our University community feels they truly belong. Understanding that it is through our focus on our people and leveraging our differences that will make CDU the most connected University in Australia, we are striving to ensure that our culture and our community are inclusive of all our staff, students, and visitors. We are committed to maintaining a culture where everyone feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their skilled goals. Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
Applications Open: Wednesday 3rd September 2025
Applications Close: Friday 3rd October 2025
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📌 Senior Lecturer Problem Based Learning
🏢 Charles Darwin University
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