About this Opportunity

Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences is an interdisciplinary powerhouse of innovation and collaboration to lead integrated solutions to the needs of the communities we serve locally and globally. UQ offers one of the widest ranges of health and behavioural sciences programs of any Australian university, and the ambition of this Faculty is to leverage its unified suite of esteemed schools, institutes and centres to unlock opportunities within UQ and with external partners to: 

• Graduate health, medical and behavioural science professionals who are champions of interprofessional collaborative practice, culturally competent and deeply respectful of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and leaders in their respective disciplines. 
• Address current and emerging health sector challenges, specifically the need for a flexible workforce with a diverse skill mix, and the need to provide person and family-centred health care through collaborative decision-making in interprofessional teams. 
• Grow our research and impact by exploring 'wicked problems' from a multidisciplinary perspective in collaboration with consumers and communities. 
• Attract research funding from a wide range of sources (philanthropy, competitive grants, government tenders, NGO, industry). 
• Meet the complex health and well-being needs of the population across the lifespan. 
• Provide our students with the optimal range of educational placement opportunities to support their learning. 
• Work effectively and efficiently with a range of partners locally, nationally and internationally.
• Share resources and infrastructure to further our strategic ambitions and reach in education, research, and engagement.

Academic Title Holders

Academic Title Holders play a vital role in the University’s mission to deliver excellence in education and research. 

High quality education and research in medicine, biomedical sciences and public health would not be possible without the tireless work of our hospital and clinic-based health professionals. These health professionals come from a variety of different disciplines and backgrounds, ranging from medicine through to dietetics, psychology, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and other allied health areas.

They are vital in training the next generation and to recognise the work of these hardworking health professionals, UQ awards individuals with academic titles.

Every day, our Academic Title Holders teach students, mentor junior researchers, and take on hours of research activity in their own time to improve patient care.

Associate Lecturer (Level A)

A Level A ATH will make a commensurate contribution to the work and strategic advancement of the University and its students. They will be an effective clinical teacher, particularly at undergraduate or professional entry level, will develop skills in clinical research, manage patient case load and will be involved in activities that foster links with the relevant profession, recognising there may be higher contributions in some academic domains that compensate for lesser achievements in other areas.

In the domain of teaching, a Level A ATH will undertake and develop expertise in clinical teaching and assessment with the guidance of more senior staff, and with an increasing degree of autonomy. They will seek and respond to feedback to enhance the quality of their teaching and the overall student experience.

In the domain of research, a Level A ATH will be developing clinical research skills, best evidenced by undertaking or contributing to relevant research projects or programs with appropriate research outputs.

In the domain of supervision and researcher development, a Level A ATH will be developing a track record of supervising more junior clinical staff and/or students, as well as contributing to the development of their supervisee’s skills and competencies.

In the domain of citizenship and service, a Level A ATH will facilitate academic activities and be developing links with relevant professional organisations. They will demonstrate the UQ Values as well as contribute to service roles within the School and to relevant committees. 

Eligibility 

Academic Titles are awarded to health professionals who make significant contributions to The University of Queensland. To be eligible for an academic title, a health professional will be a regular and significant contributor to the University’s teaching, research and engagement program. Academic titles for health professionals are awarded at a level consistent with that used for UQ appointed academic staff and governed by the UQ Policy and Procedure: 

Academic Title for Health Professionals - Policy

Academic Titles for Health Professionals - Procedure

Questions?

For any queries, please contact Joanne Cignoli via [email protected] stating the job reference number in the subject line.

More Information?

Please visit our Academic Title Holder webpages here

Want to Apply?

All applicants must supply the following documents:

• Resume
• AHPRA document (if you are a registered clinician) 

Australian applicants should upload a copy of their "AHPRA Online Certificate (Copy of Certificate of Registration)". This can be accessed via AHPRA Online Services – Download a free copy of your registration certificate (dot point number three listed in the options for Health Practitioners) 

Applications received via other channels, including direct email, will not be accepted.

If you are a current employee of the University, or hold an unpaid or affiliate appointment with the University, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.(empty)