AddressMater Health and the University of Queensland are pleased to offer a unique joint training opportunity for a Clinical Education Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The University of Queensland is a leading provider of medical education and research, with an internationally renowned medical program. Mater is a leader in simulation and research, with state-of-the-art resources and educational/simulation facilities.
This position will commence in February 2025 – it will suit either a Y6 Senior Registrar or a new Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. The successful appointee will work as a junior specialist within Mater Health, supported whilst transitioning to a consultant role, and have a joint academic position as a Clinical Education Fellow with the University of Queensland (Academic Title as Lecturer or Senior Lecturer depending on seniority). The academic role will involve obtaining a formal qualification in Health Professional Education.
Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
What you’ll be doing
The University of Queensland component of this role will involve medical student teaching via a number of different modalities (small and large group teaching, active learning, simulation and online formats). You will also be expected to review and develop course resources and actively participate in all student assessments (e.g. Structured Clinical Examination etc.). There is also scope to participate in RMO, registrar and consultant teaching and being part of Mater’s simulation program. The successful candidate will be expected to complete a post graduate qualification in health professional education as well as participate in research/audit projects as directed by the Mayne Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and/or Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. You may also opt to undertake appropriate research projects in collaboration with staff from the University of Queensland’s Academy of Medical Education.
The clinical component of this role involves acting up as a Consultant on the Consultant roster, supervising registrars and residents whilst supported by more senior departmental colleagues. There may also be an opportunity to participate in Mater’s Flying O&G Service to rural and regional Queensland.
Both Senior registrars in their final year of training and new Fellows are encouraged to apply. Senior registrars are expected to complete the RANZCOG “Educator” Advanced Training Module. This is a 12-month position.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
- Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
- Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
- Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
- Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
- Access to on-site, discounted parking
- Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues
For further information, please contact Dr Emma Paterson, Deputy Director Obstetrics & Gynaecology on 07 3163 1***, or Professor Sailesh Kumar through the hospital switchboard on 3163 8111.
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
