Position Number: 0060199
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time/Part-time/Job Sharing; Continuing
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
School: Melbourne Dental School
Salary: Academic Level C - $146,050 - $168,403 p.a. (pro rata for part time) plus 17% super plus A clinical loading of $13,494 p.a. pro rata for dentally qualified academics
At the Melbourne Dental School we value your expertise, the preferred candidate for this role will also receive an additional department loading in recognition of their specialist expertise.
- Provide academic and clinical leadership in Periodontics education, overseeing curriculum development, teaching, and student supervision.
- Lead and shape the future of Periodontics education while mentoring the next generation of dental professionals.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
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Your next career opportunity
The Senior Lecturer in Periodontics is an education-focused role providing academic and clinical leadership in periodontics training within the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DCD) and Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) programs. This position involves teaching, curriculum development, student supervision, and mentoring academic and clinical colleagues to ensure high-quality education and training. The role is integral to advancing periodontics and contributing to the School’s strategic goals, requiring specialist dental qualifications and AHPRA registration.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparation and delivery of teaching with contemporary pedagogical insights to achieve a high standard of teaching satisfaction in our entry to practice degree programs and continuing professional development (CPD) courses offered by the School.
- Regularly contribute and lead curriculum development, assessment and evaluation renewal and redesign in consultation with relevant academic and professional staff in the School.
- Engage with relevant professional and industry bodies and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships.
- Participate in continued professional development in learning and teaching as identified to enable you to fulfill your position requirements.
You may be a great fit if:
The successful candidate will be an engaging and innovative educator with strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, capable of building productive relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners. They will demonstrate adaptability in exploring new teaching methods, the ability to manage resources effectively, and a collaborative approach to leading teams and influencing others.
You may also:
- A completed specialist dental qualification (or equivalent) in Periodontics or Periodontology with the ability to register with the Dental Board of Australia through APHRA (with no current or prior notifications).
- Extensive clinical experience in Periodontics.
- Experience in clinical teaching in dentistry and demonstrated ability for excellence in clinical teaching including the capacity to initiate and develop course development and teaching materials.
- An ability to explore new educational methods to improve teaching and learning and student learning capabilities.
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
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your New Team – Melbourne Dental School
The Melbourne Dental School has a strong tradition in dental research and an established international reputation in several research areas. Research in the School is an integral component of staff and student activities underpinning both the undergraduate and graduate curricula. The major research activities of the school are conducted via three divisions and four major research groups, which range translational biomedical science to clinical studies, pedagogical research. The Head of School joined the University of Melbourne in 2020 and is leading a program of change within the School focusing on strategic reviews of education, research and organisational structure, known as MDS’25.
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 Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. 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
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 Vanessa Phan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, 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.
Position Description
