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Associate Lecturer/Lecturer - Biomedical Sciences, Rural

UNSW, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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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: f.mchenry@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.

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