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Lecturer-School of Dentistry
role at
University of Sydney
Base pay range
A$127,******/yr - A$151,******/yr
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 (inner-eastern Sydney), the Westmead Centre for Oral Health at Westmead Hospital (western Sydney), and the Nepean Centre for Oral Health. Outreach service-based teaching is undertaken across the state of NSW.
Your key responsibilities
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 university's standards for education
Develop innovative teaching approaches and evaluate effectiveness for continuous improvement
Conduct original research independently or collaboratively, focusing 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, commercialization, 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 for Australia
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 satisfactory terms to the University. Ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting. The position is designated as involving child-related work; you are required to obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act ****.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence. We strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a community that reflects the wider community we serve, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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. For employees or contingent workers, log in to your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations () for confidential discussions or reasonable adjustments.
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