Senior Lecturer – EF (Professionalism, Ethics and Law Lead)
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Apply online to join the UNSW School of Clinical Medicine as part-time (21 hours per week) Senior Lecturer on a 2-year fixed-term contract.
Employment Details
* Employment Type: Part time (21 hours per week)
* Duration: 2-year Fixed Term contract
* Remuneration: Level C position from $155,403 base + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading pro rata
* Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia.
* Location: Kensington Campus, Sydney, New South Wales
About the Role
The Lead in Professionalism, Ethics and Law will provide academic leadership in the design, delivery, evaluation, and ongoing development of professionalism, ethics and law teaching across the UNSW BMedMD program. This role will oversee existing teaching and assessment and work in partnership with the Medicine Program Redesign team to shape and implement an integrated curriculum.
The role reports to the Program Director, BMed/MD and may have direct reports.
Responsibilities
* Provide academic leadership and oversight of teaching and assessment of professionalism, ethics and law within the current Medicine program.
* Collaborate with the Medicine Program Redesign team to lead the development, integration, and delivery of professionalism, ethics and law content in the redesigned curriculum.
* Ensure curriculum design reflects contemporary developments in medical ethics, legal frameworks, regulatory requirements, and professional practice standards.
* Develop and lead high‑quality student learning experiences, including lectures, small‑group teaching, tutorials, workshops and online modules.
* Design and develop innovative learning and assessment approaches.
* Lead the development and implementation of assessment strategies that validly and reliably assess professionalism, ethics and law.
* Maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Undertake educational scholarship and contribute to the evidence base in medical professionalism, ethics, and law education.
* Supervise and mentor junior academic staff and casual educators involved in teaching.
* Contribute to the academic governance of the BMedMD program, including participation in relevant committees and working groups.
* Maintain an excellent standard of professional practice in accordance with UNSW’s Code of Conduct and champion equity, diversity and inclusivity.
Key Skills & Selection Criteria
* A medical or relevant health professional qualification with expertise in medical ethics, professionalism and relevant legal frameworks.
* Demonstrated record of excellence in medical education.
* Experience in teaching and learning design at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
* Experience of implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.
* Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
* Evidence of professional development of teaching practice and an inclusive culture.
* Success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.
* Highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
Benefits and Culture
* 17% Superannuation and leave loading.
* Flexible working.
* Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period.
* Access to lifelong learning and career development.
* Progressive HR practices.
How to Apply
Please click on “Apply now” to submit your application online. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the bullet points under the “Key Skills & Selection Criteria” heading in the position description.
Contact
Anabel Wason – Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: a.wason@unsw.edu.au
Application Deadline
Sunday 23rd November 2025 at 11:55pm Sydney time.
EEO Statement
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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