Senior Lecturer (Clinical Model of Education)

Role type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 2 years 
Faculty: Faculty of Education 
Salary: Level C - $152,695 - $176,065 p.a. plus 17% super

• Strategic senior academic role / Redesign the Faculty’s clinical education model with sector-wide impact / Research-active, collaborative environment

• Apply now to lead clinical education innovation that transforms teacher preparation, research impact and partnerships across the sector.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne  
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Your next career opportunity  
In this role, you will lead the redesign and implementation of our evidence-based clinical education model. 
You will shape innovative curricula and professional experience, integrating digital, interprofessional and simulation-based approaches across teacher education programs. 
You will extend your research profile, mentor colleagues and influence national and international debates on clinical teacher education.

What you will deliver:

• Lead the redevelopment, implementation and continuous improvement of a contemporary, evidence-based clinical education model across Faculty programs.

• Design and coordinate innovative curricula, including blended, online and simulation-based learning, aligned to accreditation standards and workforce needs.

• Advance a strong research program in clinical education, secure external funding and publish in leading international outlets.

• Provide academic leadership, mentoring and professional development for colleagues involved in clinical teaching and curriculum innovation.

• Build strategic partnerships with schools, systems and policy-makers to enhance clinical education, professional learning and impact.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a PhD or research doctorate in teacher education, curriculum design or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrate a strong record in teacher education, curriculum development or professional experience, including innovative program leadership.

• Maintain an established research profile with quality publications and success in competitive grants or external funding.

• Bring experience designing and leading clinical education initiatives that integrate evidence-based pedagogy and digital learning technologies.

• Show proven capability in supervising higher degree research students through to successful completion in education-related fields.

• Collaborate effectively within academic teams, providing leadership, guidance and support to contract, sessional and early career staff.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Faculty of Education 
You will join the Faculty of Education, a vibrant community shaping the future of education locally and globally. Our Faculty combines research excellence and innovative teaching to address pressing educational challenges and improve outcomes. You will work with committed colleagues who value collaboration, evidence-informed practice and impactful engagement with schools and systems. We offer a supportive, intellectually stimulating environment that encourages leadership, experimentation and career growth in clinical teacher education.

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Elizabeth McKinley, Deputy Dean at [email protected].

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Nick Petersen at [email protected]

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: Senior Academic Level C Clinical Model.docx