Senior Lecturer - Dentistry/Oral Health

Senior Lecturer - Dentistry/Oral Health
Job No.:566645
Work type:Fixed Term

• Full-time, Fixed Term, 3 years
• Mildura Campus location
• Foster a supportive and interactive learning environment to enhance student understanding and skill development in this rewarding role.

About the position
Are you a seasoned dental professional with a passion for education and a commitment to shaping the next generation of dentists? La Trobe in partnership with Sunraysia Community Health Services are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Senior Lecturer in Dentistry/oral health with a strong focus on teaching!
Play a crucial role in overseeing the clinical training and supervision of dental and oral health therapy students, fostering excellence in clinical education and patient safety, ultimately leading to positive patient and student outcomes.
You will be involved in instructing and guiding students placed at Sunraysia Community Health Services and shaping the professional growth of dental and oral health students, ultimately producing self-assured and skilled graduates upon completing their program.
You will mentor and guide students through their academic journey, providing valuable insights and practical knowledge. Key collaborations with colleagues, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in dental education will see you succeed in this role.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:

• Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and clinical teaching experience, particularly in the community/ public sector.
• A demonstrated understanding of the Victorian dental public health system
• Demonstrated ability to engage with the Scholarship of Learning and Teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, evidence-based practice and environmental safety.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm 15th of January 2024
Position Enquiries: Michael Angove, Head of Dept of Rural Clinical Sciences E. M.angove@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, E. M.magaton@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Advertised:11/12/2023
Closing Date:15/1/2024