Position Number: 0064710
Location: Parkville
Role type: Casual – 7 Months.
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Medical Education, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: Level A.2 - $57.33 p.h. plus 11.5% super
Your next career opportunity
You will have the opportunity to guide and support Doctor of Medicine (MD) students as they undertake groundbreaking research projects.
Through facilitating small group discussions, providing personalized feedback, and fostering a positive learning environment, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing the research skills and critical thinking abilities of future medical leaders.
Your responsibilities will include: Facilitate Engaging Learning: Lead online small-group discussions and drop-in sessions, guiding students through the research process from proposal development to data analysis and dissemination.Provide Constructive Feedback: Offer learner-centred feedback on assessments, including discussion board tasks, journal club presentations, and research proposals.Foster Critical Thinking: Encourage critical thinking and research skills through structured student engagement and personalized guidance.Monitor Student Progress: Actively monitor student engagement, identify potential concerns, and assist in providing support to ensure successful completion of requirements.You may be a great fit if: You possess a research higher degree or equivalent qualification.You have experience supervising research students in higher degree programs.You demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching entry-to-practice medical or health professional students.You exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication skills.You are highly organised with strong time management and problem-solving abilities.Your new team – "Department of Medical Education"
The Department of Medical Education at the Melbourne Medical School is a leader in 21st-century medical education, delivering the innovative Doctor of Medicine (MD) course and conducting impactful research. We offer a range of postgraduate and professional development programs for health professionals, focusing on clinical teaching, leadership, and research. Our research interests encompass work integrated learning, curriculum assessment and evaluation, healthcare communication, and student engagement. Joining our team means being part of a dynamic community dedicated to excellence, with opportunities to shape the future of healthcare education and research.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.
Working at the University – what you need to know This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures. Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
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Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experienceThe responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Dr Carey Wilson via email at ******, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.
All applications are to be sent to ****** Applications close: 06 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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