National Head of Rural Clinical Schools, School of Medicine

National Head of Rural Clinical Schools, School of Medicine National Head of Rural Clinical Schools (Level D/E), School of Medicine

Based in any one of the National Medical Clinical schools

Fixed Term Contract to 31/12/2026

Rewarding opportunity

Friendly and collaborative environment

Level D or E salary + 14.50% superannuation

About the university The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.

About the role The position is a National role in the National School of Medicine, to oversee the Rural Clinical Schools and rural experiences. The position is a senior leadership role that reports to the Dean of Medicine.

Key Responsibilities

Provide managerial leadership to the rural clinical schools of the Sydney Campus and the Kimberley Centre for Remote Medical Training (KCRMT) in Broome including: managing clinical placements and staff; stakeholder consultation; negotiating contracts; reporting requirements and agreements in close collaboration with the Dean of Medicine

Participation in budget management in collaboration with the Dean of Medicine and the School Manager

Oversee collaboration with internal and external stakeholders including the Rural Clinical School of WA (RCSWA)

Provide leadership, strategic direction and manage operational matters related to rural health within the School.

Contribute to admissions processes relevant to rural targets and strategies to attract rural applicants.

Represent the School at local and national levels in matters pertaining to rural health and rural workforce development.

Contribute to the development of the rural medical curriculum and student immersion experiences in collaboration with the National Head of Medical Education and Innovation and other academic staff.

Provide teaching into the MD program or other programs offered at the National School of Medicine.

Qualifications, skills & experience

Possession of a Medical degree registerable with AHPRA

A PhD in a relevant discipline area or College Fellowship with equivalent experience or standing.

Experience in teaching at Masters level or higher, or teaching in medical, health or professional practice-based education settings.

Demonstrated experience and expertise in rural health and medical education.

Proven ability to lead complex and dynamic teams within the higher education or health service sector

Advanced and highly effective communication and negotiating skills

High level organisation and management skills

Proficiency with managing budgets, technology and learning and teaching programs

How to apply Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications closing date: 1 December 2025

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.

Contact us Please direct your queries regarding this role to Talent Acquisition - Janette Tam, ***********@nd.edu.au

Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.

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