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Lecturer in Paramedicine

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching in undergraduate Paramedicine courses
• Part time (0.8) role based in Sydney
• Fixed term (June 2024 – May 2025)

About the opportunity

The School of Paramedicine is looking for a teaching focussed Lecturer to join their team at our Sydney campus. 

The University of Tasmania is proud to have the first School of Paramedicine in Australia and prides itself on excellence in teaching and research, working closely with the local health system to provide paramedic and postgraduate education.  With campuses in both Hobart and Sydney, our team produce excellent clinicians and future health leaders through higher education.

As our new lecturer, your primary focus will be to develop and deliver high-quality teaching in undergraduate Paramedicine courses by integrating contemporary research findings into curriculum development to address the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.

Your expertise in paramedicine, combined with a passion for teaching, will contribute to creating a learning environment that fosters innovation, critical thinking, and practical skills among students, shaping them into professionals ready to meet the challenges of the healthcare sector.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver exceptional teaching experiences, utilising innovative methods and technologies to engage students in both online and face-to-face settings.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Paramedicine curriculum, ensuring it remains current, comprehensive, and aligned with academic standards.
• Actively participate in community engagement initiatives, fostering relationships between the university, the industry, and wider community stakeholders.
• Pursue opportunities for professional growth and contribute to the academic community within the university, enhancing the reputation of the School of Paramedicine.

­What we’re looking for:

•  Postgraduate qualifications in education and advanced clinical practice.
• Significant clinical paramedic experience.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development in a tertiary or clinical setting.
• Registration as a Paramedic or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $147,083 comprising base salary within the range of $108,285 to $125,712 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Belinda Flanagan, Associate Dean Rozelle Precinct and Head of School, Paramedicine on Belinda.Flanagan@utas.edu.au or 03 62264265.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 PD - 499930 - Lecturer in Paramedicine.pdf

Applications close Tuesday, 30 April 2024, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.