Job Details

Job Title

Associate Lecturer / Lecturer Biomedical Sciences, Rural

Location

Port Macquarie, NSW (UNSW Rural campus)

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Part?time, 21 28 hours per week (0.6 0.8 FTE)


• Duration: Fixed?term contract until 30 June 2027


• Remuneration: Academic Level A or B $91,381 $127,947 per annum, pro?rated, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading


• Work Rights: Must hold full rights to work in Australia; visa sponsorship not available

About UNSW Rural

Delivering a 6?year medical course across rural clinical campuses, UNSW Rural supports students engagement with local communities and aligns with national rural health initiatives. This role supports biomedical sciences teaching and laboratory management within the rural clinical curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach biomedical science components (anatomy, physiology, genetics, immunology, biochemistry, histology, pharmacology, cell/molecular biology, microbiology, research methodology, statistics) within the undergraduate medical course.


• Lead laboratory management: kit set?up, chemical solutions, sample and culture work; resolve technical issues; maintain equipment and compliance records.


• Ensure laboratory safety, documentation, inventory, and regulatory compliance.


• Provide technical support to students and staff, mentor students in lab procedures.


• Contribute to rural health education outcomes supporting local hospital and community health.

Qualifications & Skills

• Medical sciences degree (MBBS, BMed, or equivalent) or PhD in a relevant field, with professional experience.


• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in biomedical sciences and commitment to rural?focused education.


• Experience in laboratory management, regulatory compliance and safety.


• Strong communication, teamwork, and ability to engage students and staff across disciplines.


• For Level B (Lecturer): evidence of research interests and publications.


• Knowledge of eLearning and information technology support for basic and clinical medical sciences.

Pre?employment Checks

• Working With Children Check (WWCC) required.


• Verification of qualifications.

Benefits

• 17% superannuation and leave loading.


• Flexible working arrangements.


• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas.


• Access to lifelong learning and career development.


• Progressive HR practices.

Application Process

Please submit a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description via the online application portal. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below.

Applications close: Monday 3 November before 11:30?pm Sydney time.

Contact

Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
E: ...@unsw.edu.au

EEO Statement

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ community members, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.