Lecturer / Senior Lecturer In Prosthodontics

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The School of Medicine and Dentistry strives to prepare the next generation of professionals and practitioners to tackle health and health care challenges in an ever-changing world. Our diverse student body benefits from the opportunity to study in state-of-the art facilities, and can select from degrees and courses across a wide range of disciplines spanning dentistry and oral health, First Peoples Health, medicine, paramedicine, and public health.

As a community we are committed to the highest standards of learning and teaching across our diverse academic programs and courses. These include undergraduate and postgraduate programs in dentistry, medicine, dental hygiene, dental technology and dental prosthetics, paramedicine, and public health.

We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best possible staff; staff who support our educational mission to deliver an outstanding student learning experience and producing competent, compassionate health professionals and practitioners.

The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Prosthodontics is a member of the School of Medicine and Dentistry's academic team. The position is aimed at clinicians with qualifications to specifically provide didactic and clinical learning and teaching services in Prosthodontics with an emphasis on implantology.

The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Prosthodontics will make significant contributions to teaching, research and service within the School's dentistry and oral health team. The incumbent will participate in teaching and course development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and contribute to the development and delivery of courses. This role will also assist in the supervision of student research projects, coursework theses and Higher Degree by Research theses.

In addition, the incumbent will also contribute to the broader mission of the School through scholarly and service activities as negotiated with their supervisor.

Depending on the educational qualifications and professional background of the successful candidate, the successful candidate may be appointed at either Lecturer Level B or Senior Lecturer Level C.

This is a full-time, continuing position based at the Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The base salary for Lecturer (Level B) is in the range $108,298 - $128,608 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $126,709 - $150,471 per annum.

The base salary for Senior Lecturer (Level C) is in the range $132,666 - $152,975 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $155,219 - $178,981 per annum.

The School of Medicine and Dentistry shares the Health Group and broader University's commitment to excellence, ethical behaviour, and engagement. The Health Group Charter articulates the core values and behaviours we expect in our workforce: inclusion, integrity, performance, respect, and collaboration. These values and behaviours are embedded in the School's annual Academic Staff Career Development process and frame staff performance planning and review conversations.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Possession of a specialist dental qualification and PhD or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline.
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Visa sponsorship is possible for this appointment for candidates who do not hold valid Australian work rights.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Nigel Robb, Dean of Dentistry on ******@griffith.edu.au. 

For further application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner, on *******@griffith.edu.au

For application support, please contact People Services on + +61 (0) 7 3735 4011 and quote reference number REF4806O.

Closing date: Monday, 22 April 2024 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.