• Southern Queensland Rural Health
• Full-time, fixed-term position through to 31 December 2026
• Base salary will range from $137,542 - $158,351 (Academic Level C) + 17% Superannuation + an additional 10% regional location Market Loading + up to $5,000 Relocation support
• Based in Charleville, Queensland

About This Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinical academic to join Southern Queensland Rural Health (SQRH) as Deputy Director of our South West region. SQRH is a Commonwealth-funded University Department of Rural Health which aims to make a real and positive difference to regional healthcare in Queensland, and the education of our students and future healthcare professionals.

Based in Charleville, the Deputy Director (South West) will provide advanced level operational and professional leadership, advice and collaboration on strategic priorities, in conjunction with the SQRH Director and senior staff, to ensure the delivery of coordinated, efficient and high quality interprofessional clinical education and training to students and staff in the allied health, nursing and midwifery professions across rural and remote Southern Queensland.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Clinical Expertise and Practice: apply advanced clinical expertise; solve complex clinical and service delivery issues; disseminate shared learnings; engage with SQRH partners, local healthcare professionals and key stakeholders and support interprofessional opportunities for student placements.

• Operational Management: manage the Charleville Clinical Training Facility and the St George Allied Health Education and Training Centre and the small team of staff at these locations; oversee coordination of student placements; allocate resources and manage outreach activities.

• Service Planning and Quality: review service quality, processes and clinical education practices; develop innovative models of clinical education; participate in accreditation processes and lead service improvement activities.

• Research, Education, Training and Evidence-Based Practice: provide leadership and training; engage in research and apply evidence-based approaches to clinical education.

About You

We are seeking a clinical academic with tertiary qualifications in Health and advanced clinical expertise in at least one area of healthcare, as well as knowledge of a diverse range of allied health, nursing and midwifery services. You will have expertise in both clinical education and operational management.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for, and experience in, rural health education and a genuine commitment to improving rural and remote area health. We encourage applications from across Australia and, if applicable, will offer relocation support to our successful candidate. You can find out more about life in Australia's Sunshine State here.

To view detailed information about this position, please click here to view the information booklet. If you are unable to access this link, please email [email protected] for a copy of the booklet.

Please note, you must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to complete mandatory immunisations, hold and maintain a valid class C driver's licence, and registration and/or membership to their relevant professional body (ie AHPRA or equivalent).

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Geoff Argus (Director, SQRH) at [email protected].

For application queries, and to request the full position description of this role, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the 'About You' section found within the information booklet above

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications close Wednesday 26 March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-48831).