Job Description
Role type:Casual; Sessional academic
Faculty:Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/ School:Melbourne Dental School
Salary:Casualsessionalacademicrates as per University of Melbourne Enterprise Agreement, plus12% super
Shape the next generation oforal health practitionersbyteachingintheDoctorof Dental Surgery (DDS),Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH), and Doctor of Clinical Dentistry(DCD)programsatMelbourneDentalSchool/ Enjoy flexible, sessional academic work.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission tobenefitsociety through the transformative impact of education and research.Discover more via our website.
Your next career opportunity
You will play a key role in developingdental and oral health therapystudents' clinical competence and qualified judgement.
You will supervise preclinical and clinical activities attheMelbourne Dental School, guiding safe, high-quality care for diverse patients.
You will also build your own teaching skills within acollaborative,values-driven dental school community.
What you will deliver:
Prepare for preclinical and clinical teaching sessions, reviewing materials,patientrecordsandlogisticstosupportevidence basedlearning.
Supervise,guideand educatestudents during preclinical and clinical sessions, focusing on skills acquisition and knowledge application.
Review and approve patient dental recordsandclinicdocumentation,ensuringaccurate, compliant clinical records for every session.
Facilitate student feedback discussions and complete required assessment,marking,questionnairesandsessional administrative documentation.
Participate inmeetings,trainingandcompliance activitiestomaintaincredentialing,childsafetyand high-quality teaching standards.
You may be a great fitifyou:
Hold a primary dental qualification, eligible for registration with the Dental Board of Australia.
Bring at leasttwoyears' clinical experience(varies between programs), with strong,



contemporary evidence-based dental practice skills.
MaintaincurrentAhpraregistrationwith no conditions,andcliniccredentialingappropriatetoclinical teachingon the MDS teaching clinics.
Demonstrate strong motivation to develop excellence in dentaleducation,assessmentandstudent feedback.
Work effectively both independently and collaboratively, contributing positively to diversestudents,patientsandacademic colleagues.
Exhibit well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, supporting students' learning in complex preclinical and clinical environments.
Forfurtherinformationpleaserefer to the attachedjob dutiesdescription.
Your new team – Melbourne Dental School
At the Melbourne Dental School, you will join a values-driven community within the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences.
TheSchoolpartners closely with the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne(RDHM), delivering high-impact clinical education and patient care.
You will collaborate with skilled clinicians and educators who champion evidence-basedpractice,innovationandstudent success, while enjoyingstrong supportfor your professional development and wellbeing.
Beyourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safeorganisation.
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 backgrounds, identities, andexperiences.Discovermore about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderapplicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for IndigenousAustralians.VisitourIndigenousstaff pageto learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
You must have current valid work rights for Australia.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check isrequiredfor all positions.
If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
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📌 Casual Academics - Melbourne Dental School (Victoria)
🏢 University Of Melbourne
📍 Victoria