Job Description

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Shape Tasmania's future medical workforce through inspiring medical sciences education
• Opportunity to combine your disciplinary expertise with meaningful teaching and student mentorship
• Part-time (0.5 FTE), ongoing position based in Launceston with excellent staff benefits and 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Medical Sciences within the Tasmanian School of Medicine. This position will focus on the delivery of high-quality medical education, including teaching foundational medical sciences across a variety of disciplines and using online and on-campus learning modalities. This position will support the supply of a skilled medical workforce to Tasmania and is part of the expansion of the Medicine Program which commenced in 2026.

The appointee will report to the Launceston Clinical School Director and the Lead Academic for the Medical Sciences program within UTAS and will work with a team of academic staff to deliver medical education in Launceston, Tasmania with a focus on alignment with the Tasmanian School of Medicine and the University of Tasmania’s goals of making significant socially accountable contributions to the health and wellbeing of the Tasmanian community. We welcome applications from experienced health professionals and clinicians interested in transitioning into or expanding their involvement in medical education.

What you’ll do:

• Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
• Undertake high-quality and scholarly undergraduate teaching across the medical sciences disciplines that underpin the study of medicine, including areas such as anatomy, physiology, bacteriology, pathology and biochemistry.
• Mentor and support medical students both individually and within small-group learning environments.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline and interdisciplinary colleagues.
• Seek out and engage in opportunities to continuously improve academic learning and teaching skills.

What we’re looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant medical sciences discipline.
• Experience in undergraduate University-level teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with staff, students and external organisations.
• High-level organisational skills including experience adhering to safe operating procedures.
• Demonstrated initiative coupled with the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 pro-rata comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 pro-rata to $133,235 pro-rata plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the Roles Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience.
• For further information about this position, please contact Dr Rohan Church, Director Launceston Clinical School, Rohan.Church@utas.edu.au
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Position Description - Lecturer in Medical Sciences- 504427.pdf

Applications close Thursday, 19 November 2026, 11.55pm

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews on Wednesday, 25 November 2026

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.