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The Deputy Head of the Learning Community (Year 3) at UQ Medicine is a part‑time fixed‑term role (20%) based at Rockhampton Hospital, June 2026 to May 2028, with a base salary of A$140,293.65 to A$161,518.34 plus 17% super. It centers on providing high‑quality academic leadership for Year 3 learning experiences, coordination of the MD course including clinical immersion, and strong student support while driving research in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, staff development, and collaboration with external partners within an inclusive, belonging‑driven environment. To apply, tailor your cover letter to the About You criteria with concrete examples of leadership in clinical teaching, curriculum innovation, and research outputs; ensure you have Australian registration and work rights; upload a resume and a cover letter addressing About You by 5 April 2026; interviews are tentatively set for 13 April. For inquiries contact [email protected].

• Faculty of Health, Medicine, and Behavioural Sciences /  Rural Clinical School

• Part-time (20%), fixed-term position from June 2026 until May 2028

• Base salary will be in the range $140,293.65 - $161,518.34 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C)

• Based at our Rockhampton Hospital location

About This Opportunity 

In 2023, the UQ Medical School established eight geographically based Learning Communities, four of which are part of the Greater Brisbane Clinical School. These Learning Communities bring together students, academics, clinical teachers, and professional staff to create a supportive environment where students learn from each other and are guided to flourish throughout the MD program.

The Deputy Head of the Learning Community (Year 3) will play a key role in shaping and continually enhancing the Learning Community experience. This position focuses on fostering an inclusive environment and a strong sense of belonging for both students and staff, ensuring a supportive setting that enables medical students to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.

The successful candidate is expected to commence in the role on 1 June 2026.

Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to:   

• Act as an effective and professional role model, providing high-quality academic leadership for Year 3 learning experiences, assessment, and student support, including guidance, remediation, pastoral care, career advice, and extension activities.

• Serve as an educational advisor and clinical coach, contributing to the coordination of the Year 3 MD course, clinical immersion experiences, tutorials, centrally provided learning, and engagement with external partners, while supporting staff development and monitoring student progress.

• Undertake and contribute to research in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, applying best-practice methodologies, producing quality outputs, seeking funding, and leading collaborations to advance pedagogical practices.

• Provide supervision and development for students, trainees, and staff, including coaching, feedback, professional development, and management of staff in accordance with university policies.

This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You 

• Medical qualification with eligibility for registration in Australia and a specialist qualification recognised by the relevant Royal College, plus a PhD or equivalent combination of academic and professional experience.

• Established profile and substantial senior contribution in clinical teaching across undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional entry levels.

• Expert disciplinary knowledge and extensive generalist or specialist clinical experience, including dissemination of innovative clinical techniques.

• Record of peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and contribution to successful applications for external research funding.

• Strong track record in curriculum development, program innovation, and course material design within the discipline.

• Demonstrated leadership and service through supervision of trainees, internal contributions, and external professional engagement within the specialty.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (AHPRA) and mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Sunday Pam via [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 5 April 2026, 11.00pm AEST (R-58933). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 13th April.