Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor – Scientist & Scholar Domain Lead

About the role

Curtin University’s Medical School is seeking an experienced academic leader to head the Scientist and Scholar (SaS) Domain. The role focuses on integrating scientific knowledge, evidence‑based practice, and research literacy into the MBBS curriculum.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, integration and sequencing of biological, clinical, social, behavioural, planetary health sciences and health informatics across the MBBS program.
• Develop scholarly inquiry and research literacy components, ensuring vertical and horizontal alignment.
• Maintain alignment with Australian Medical Council Graduate Outcome Statements, Curtin Graduate Attributes and MBBS outcomes.
• Collaborate with multiple teams and governance structures to support curriculum delivery, assessment and standard setting.
• Analyse evaluation data and provide evidence‑based recommendations for continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Relevant advanced qualification (e.g., PhD, MD) in a health‑related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and academic leadership within medical education.
• Strong record of scholarly activity, research, and evidence‑based practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position with the possibility of part‑time arrangements for the right candidate.
• On‑campus amenities including gym, medical centre and childcare facilities.
• Generous leave entitlements and a variety of salary packaging options.