Role details

Role type: Part-time (0.5FTE-0.6FTE) ; Fixed-term for 1 year

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Department / School: Melbourne Dental School

Salary: Level C - $ 152,695 - $176,065 p.a. (pro-rata for part-time) plus 17% super plus a clinical loading of $13,494 p.a. pro rata

Position overview

Lead academic and clinical excellence in Periodontics / Shape future specialists through innovative curriculum / Foster collaborative partnerships

Your next career opportunity

As a Senior Lecturer in Periodontics at the Melbourne Dental School, you will have the opportunity to provide academic and clinical leadership in training future dental specialists. You will lead the development, delivery, and coordination of the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DCD) Periodontics degree program, ensuring excellence in teaching and clinical practice. Your role will involve curriculum development, student supervision, and fostering collaborative partnerships, all while adhering to the values of collaboration, compassion, respect, integrity, and accountability.

Responsibilities

- Lead Academic and Clinical Teaching: Develop and deliver engaging courses, oversee student assessments, and provide clinical supervision in Periodontics.
- Innovate Curriculum Development: Regularly contribute to and lead curriculum design, assessment renewal, and evaluation in consultation with academic staff.
- Foster Collaborative Partnerships: Engage with professional bodies and stakeholders to build partnerships that enhance the School's research and teaching outcomes.
- Demonstrate Leadership and Service: Actively participate in committees, provide academic advice,



and engage with industry and University events.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

You may be a great fit if

- You have extensive clinical experience in Periodontics, a proven track record in clinical teaching, and the ability to lead innovative curriculum development, fostering strong collaborative networks.

You will also

- Have specialist dental qualifications in Periodontics and be registered with AHPRA.
- Possess extensive clinical experience in Periodontics and excellence in clinical teaching.
- Demonstrate high-level communication and interpersonal skills to build collaborative networks.
- Exhibit strong leadership abilities in managing resources and leading teams.
- Be committed to developing creative educational methods and improving teaching outcomes.

What we offer you

- 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.

Benefits package

Investing in you – benefits package including salary packaging,



health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

Your new team – Melbourne Dental School

The Melbourne Dental School renowned for its excellence in dental and oral health education, clinical training, and translational research, with 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 from translational biomedical science to clinical studies and pedagogical research.

The School is equally committed to providing exceptional dental education and training. With a focus on innovative teaching methodologies and a student-centered approach, the School offers a Bachelor of Oral Health, Doctor of Dental Surgery, and Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (multiple specialisations). The curricula are designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become competent and ethical dental professionals.

University of Melbourne – Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all background

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