Lecturer (Genomics and Precision Medicine) – Education focused

• Part-time, 2 days per week, 3 year fixed-term position located at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead Clinical School, Sydney Medical School

• Contribute to the department’s multidisciplinary Postgraduate Program in Genomics and Precision Medicine

• Base Salary $113,184 – $134,403 pro rata + 17% superannuation + additional clinical loading

About the opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a part time Lecturer in Genomics and Precision Medicine to contribute to the School’s postgraduate coursework program in Genomics and Precision Medicine. At the University, a Lecturer is expected to make a significant contribution to the education, research and administrative endeavours of their School/ Faculty while building their reputation towards becoming an authority in the Specialty (Genomic Medicine). In this role, you will play a central role in the development and delivery of teaching in genomics and precision medicine units of study, in both the Master of Medicine and Master of Biomedical Science programs.  This education-focused role is a specialised category of academic engagement for talented educators with a passion for, and demonstrated excellence in, pedagogical practice.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop, revise, coordinate, deliver and assess online, face-to-face and intensive teaching components of units of study in the Genomics and Precision Medicine course and related coursework activities

• ensure effective and timely delivery of teaching and learning activities, and maintain excellent teaching performance

• contribute to identifying student capstone activities and opportunities for students in tGenomics and Precision Medicine as a part of the capstone unit for the Master’s program

• participate in Specialty and Department activities including monthly meetings, marketing visits, and open days

• assist in student support and monitoring academic integrity, conduct and discipline of students according to University policies

We are looking for a Lecturer who has:

• a medical degree with specialty qualification in Clinical Genetics or Science degree and experience in laboratory genetics and genomics

• a sound understanding of adult learning principles and the pedagogic approaches relevant to the implementation of interdisciplinary, inter-professional collaborative environment

• knowledge and experience in clinical or laboratory genetics and genomics

• demonstrated skills in instructional design, evidence-based resource development for on-line and face-to-face delivery and selection and development of a range of assessment tasks

• demonstrated ability to provide effective, timely and excellent teaching practice

• excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills, particularly in the context of students in both face-to-face and on-line modalities

• awareness and maintenance of professional and ethical issues of practice in a variety of cultural, social, ethnic and workplace situations

• proven ability to work as a member of a team in a highly demanding environment and ability to develop and maintain collaborative academic (education and research) networks

• excellent administrative skills and computer literacy.

• educational qualification or a willingness to undertake the Graduate Certificate in Education Studies (Higher Education) or a comparable course in teaching and learning.

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Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ +. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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