Role Overview
Senior Lecturer in Endodontics – fixed term or continuing, part‐time (0.4 – 0.8 FTE), Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, Melbourne Dental School. Salary Level C ($152,695 – $176,065 p.a.) plus 17% superannuation and a clinical loading of $13,494 per annum pro rata.
Lead evidence‐based endodontic education for the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) and Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DCD) programmes, coordinating curriculum, assessment, clinical supervision and research activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, deliver and continuously improve endodontic teaching across DDS, DCD and continuing professional development programmes.
* Provide high‐quality clinical supervision, ensuring safe, evidence‐based endodontic care and appropriate multidisciplinary referral.
* Renew curriculum, assessment and evaluation approaches to enhance student capability and satisfaction.
* Supervise and support clinical educators, fostering reflective teaching practice and consistent learning experiences.
* Engage in scholarly activity, partnerships and service that advance endodontic education and align with the School's strategic priorities.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Hold, or be eligible for, specialist AHPRA registration in Endodontics without conditions that affect clinical supervision.
* Demonstrate extensive contemporary clinical experience in Endodontics, including complex case management and multidisciplinary care.
* Show excellence in clinical and classroom teaching, curriculum design, assessment and constructive feedback within dental education.
* Lead teams and manage resources effectively, contributing to workforce planning and coordination of clinical educators.
* Communicate and negotiate confidently, building productive relationships with students, colleagues, industry and professional bodies.
* Possess, or be willing to obtain, a PhD; hold a Working with Children Check and the required radiation licence.
Benefits
* Salary Level C ($152,695 – $176,065 p.a.) plus 17% superannuation and a clinical loading.
* Flexible work arrangements supported by a commitment to inclusion and well‐being.
* Career development opportunities, including access to academic leadership programs and tailored learning platforms.
* Salary packaging, access to discounted services (e.g., health insurance, cultural and recreational benefits).
* Health and well‐being services, including an Employee Assistance Program.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‐safe organisation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace.
Application Closing
Applications close: 10 June 2026 11:55 PM (Melbourne time).
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