Role type: Part-time (0.2 FTE) Fixed Term
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Department of Paediatrics
Salary: Academic A $85,555 - $116,094 p.a. plus 17% super

• Develop medical education expertise / Contribute to innovative teaching practices / Enhance your clinical and academic career.

• Apply now to lead and inspire the next generation of paediatricians whilst advancing your own career in medical education.

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Lead Paediatric Clinical Teaching Fellow, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of paediatric education at the University of Melbourne. You'll have the opportunity to deliver high-quality clinical teaching, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in educational research. This role offers you the chance to enhance your skills as a medical educator while working with Australia's leading biomedical faculty and contributing to the excellence of the Melbourne Medical School.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver High-Quality Clinical Teaching: Conduct teaching sessions, facilitate simulations, and assess medical students in various formats including bedside teaching and clinical examinations.

• Lead Educational Initiatives: Contribute to curriculum development, participate in research projects, and help coordinate key programs such as "Teaching as You Go" and the Clinical Paediatric Update.

• Mentor and Support: Guide junior teaching fellows and provide mentorship to medical students, fostering a supportive learning environment.

• Engage in Professional Development: Participate in academic development activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of the Child and Adolescent Health program.

You may be a great fit if:
You are an enthusiastic and committed paediatrician with a passion for medical education, seeking to develop your skills as a clinical teacher and educational leader within an academic setting.

You may also:

• Have completed postgraduate training (FRACP or equivalent) in an appropriate specialty.

• Have prior experience as a Paediatric Clinical Teaching Fellow at RCH.

• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and students.

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for clinical teaching and research in medical education.

• Be enrolled in or have completed postgraduate training in Clinical Education.

• Show the ability to work collaboratively in a team to achieve excellent educational outcomes.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - Department of Paediatrics
The Department of Paediatrics, a flagship representation of the University's partnership with the Royal Children's Hospital, offers a unique opportunity for impactful work in child and adolescent health. With a diverse team of academic and professional staff, the department is dedicated to delivering high-quality teaching and research. As a member of this department, you will contribute to shaping child and youth health policy at a national and state level, making a significant difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and their families.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker - 0478 269 660 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected]. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected].

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Dijana via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: Sunday, ​3 August 2025 11 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

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