Professor (education focused) – central clinical school

This is a Professor (Education Focused) – Central Clinical School role with University of Sydney based in Camperdown, NSW, AU University of Sydney Role Seniority - senior More about the Professor (Education Focused) – Central Clinical School role at University of Sydney About the opportunity We are seeking an outstanding educator to join the University of Sydney as a Professor (Education Focused) in Ophthalmology. Based at the Westmead Clinical School, this is a key leadership role focused on delivering and coordinating ophthalmology education within our world-class medical program. In this role, you will: Lead the delivery of the ophthalmology curriculum to medical students at the Westmead Clinical School. Serve as the primary coordinator of the Optics component within the Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) program. Design, deliver, and assess course content, including setting and grading assignments and examination questions. Ensure high-quality student experience and engagement. Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation in ophthalmology teaching. Oversee administrative and coordination responsibilities related to course management. About you (skills, capabilities and experience) You will be a senior academic or clinician-educator with: A PhD in ophthalmology, vision science, medical education, or a related field (required). A strong background in ophthalmology education, ideally with experience in teaching optics. A proven track record of excellence in curriculum design and delivery in clinical education. Demonstrated leadership in academic coordination and assessment in a university or clinical setting. A commitment to educational innovation and student success. Fellowship of a relevant college (e.g., RANZCO) and/or a higher degree in education or ophthalmic science would be desirable. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Term and remuneration The term of appointment is fixed term 0.2FTE for 2 years. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. 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. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. 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 LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications ( including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role ) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Please refer to the position description for further details. Click to view the Position Description for this role. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Dr Mushtaq Sobhan (Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations) on 61 433 556 642 or by email mushtaq.sobhan@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Applications Close Monday 04 August 2025 11:59 PM Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the University of Sydney team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Leading curriculum delivery Coordinating Optics component ✍️ Designing and assessing course content Key Strengths PhD in ophthalmology, vision science, medical education, or a related field Strong background in ophthalmology education Excellence in curriculum design and delivery ‍ Leadership in academic coordination Commitment to educational innovation Fellowship of a relevant college Why University of Sydney is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with University of Sydney not with Hatch.