Engage in relevant and active research in Oral Health
Provide academic and research leadership in support of the Centre's
undergraduate courses
Generous support provided to assist with relocating to Riverina's
beautiful Wagga Wagga or surrounds
The Role
Continuing, Full time (part time fraction may be considered)
Level C/D – $135,129 to $178,876 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
Wagga Wagga
We are seeking a clinical academic with extensive undergraduate clinical and
preclinical teaching experience within the Oral Health discipline.
The appointee will play a significant role in providing academic leadership
relevant to clinical oral health practice and contributing to the teaching and
administration within the discipline. Additionally, the appointee will have
the opportunity to progress an active research profile with a strategic
research and innovation focus aligned to the overall strategies of the
University. If appointed at Level D, the appointee will be expected to provide
leadership in research within the discipline.
The appointee will have demonstrated experience in providing high quality care
in private or public health dental practice settings, have a current and
significant track record in research publication in a field relevant to Oral
Health, and can demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain key
professional relationships within the industry.
The appointee may be able to provide clinical services in the Charles Sturt
Oral Health and Dental Clinics upon negotiation with the Dean of Rural
Dentistry and Oral Health and the Clinical Director.
About you:
A PhD or other doctoral qualification relevant to Dentistry and/or Oral
Health and a record of research achievement of national and/or
international standing, through significant research contributions in an
area relevant to the Oral Health discipline, such as cariology,
periodontal disease, restorative dentistry, public health and/ or oral
health promotion.
For appointment at Level D, the candidate must have a PhD and an
outstanding and active record of research achievement relevant to the Oral
Health discipline, as evidenced by a significant research publication
output and the ability to attract research grants.
Full registration as a dental practitioner with the Australian Health
Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), as specified in the selection
criteria.
Extensive understanding of the clinical practice of oral health therapy,
supported by a significant record of high quality student centred teaching
and clinical supervision in clinical dentistry and/or oral health.
Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership in an academic
setting.
Benefits:
Work life balance (including a hybrid work model)
Generous leave options
Enjoy salary packaging and sacrifice options
Sporting facilities (pool, tennis courts, gym) and car parking on our
campuses
Onsite childcare facilities
Visit our website to learn more about our great range of employee benefits.
Application Requirements
Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in
the position description. If you experience difficulties applying online or
for further information on completing the application process please visit our
how to apply page or contact us.
This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or
applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this
position.
About Us
We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the
character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we
collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help
their communities grow and flourish.
The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of
respectfully knowing how to well in a world worth living in. This phrase
represents who we are at Charles Sturt University live – our ethos. It comes
from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the
mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a
better place.
Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community,
welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.
The School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences is a multi-campus, academic unit.
The School offers a suite of undergraduate and postgraduate courses both
onshore and offshore in a range of health disciplines including: dentistry,
oral health therapy, medical radiation science, pharmacy, health and medical
science, medical laboratory science, and food science and nutrition. Our
world-class facilities and industry connections allow our students to get
hands-on experience. Our researchers also make a practical, real-world
difference with the projects they undertake. The School is committed to
enhancing its reputation as a high performing multidisciplinary unit and seeks
academics focused on providing quality education and being actively involved
in the development of health professional education and health-based research
programs that complement these courses.
Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Athena SWAN Bronze
Institutional Award and our participation as a member in the Australian
Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous
Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and
non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Further Information
Additional information is available in the position descriptions below or by
contacting: Professor Andrew Flatau Dean of Dentistry and Oral Health
[email protected] Ph: (02) 6365 7251
Level C - Position Description - Senior Lecturer in Oral Health
Level D - Position description - Associate Professor in Oral Health
Closing Date: 11pm, 17 October 2024