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Form of workLevel 6/7: $83,130 - $102,937 + 17% superannuation
Attractive relocation package available
UOW is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and strives to be an employer of choice for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians
Generous working conditions in a great location, with sociable hours, family friendly policies, flexible work practices and culturally sensitive leave provisions, including cultural and ceremonial leave
ongoing opportunities for professional development
Wollongong, Shoalhaven or Southern Highlands Campus location (by negotiation)
The Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health (SMAH) is positioned to be a major force in connected and science-embedded education and translational science, medical and health research in Australia. Empowered by first-class teaching and driven by active research and discovery in the top 1% of Universities in the world, this Faculty combines the very best of science, with strong capacity for translation to our global communities’ needs and aspirations.
The Graduate School of Medicine (GSM) aims to graduate excellent medical practitioners with a commitment to patient-centred, evidence-based, reflective and cost-effective medical practice, who have the capacity and desire to contribute to the enhancement of health care for persons in all geographic settings but particularly in regional, rural and remote communities. Closing the gap on Indigenous health and social outcomes is a priority and GSM aims to produce culturally safe medical practitioners. The Doctor of Medicine (MD) program is delivered primarily on two campuses located in Wollongong and Shoalhaven, as well as in numerous rural sites throughout NSW.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and energetic individual of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage to develop and implement a program of activities and manage external relationships related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical student attraction and retention.
In this role you will create, coordinate and deliver a suite of events and activities to provide information, guidance, support and advice to the high school, undergraduate and graduate entry sectors. You will also develop and deliver bespoke targeted student and stakeholder communications and be the subject matter expert for our target audience and stakeholders, providing guidance and information to ensure the development and delivery of appropriate print and digital marketing materials.
You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. For further information about this position, please contact Maria Mackay, Associate Professor (Academic Leader, Indigenous Health), Graduate School of Medicine on + 61 2 4221 8004 or email mmackay@uow.edu.au
This position has been classified as ‘child-related work', more information is available within the position description.
Must have current driver’s license.
As this position will be required to attend Public Health Facilities the holder of this position is required to have completed an up-to-date course of a COVID-19 vaccine (3 doses for Category A roles, 2 doses for Category B roles) which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Evidence of vaccination is required unless evidence of a medical contraindication to be vaccinated against COVID-19 is presented. Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Proof of vaccination if available.
The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians. The successful applicant is required to provide confirmation of their Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander heritage.
- This is an Identified position. The University of Wollongong (UOW) considers that being an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
