• Job Description

  Req#: 0121333

  • Exciting opportunity for an outstanding academic who is a leading authority in Internal Medicine with demonstrated medical education and research experience.

  • The role sits within the Sydney Medical School

  • Full time Professor (Level E) appointment with an attractive remuneration package.

  About the opportunity

  The Faculty of Medicine and Health is the largest faculty at the University of Sydney, and contains seven academic schools, including the Sydney Medical School. The Sydney Medical School is internationally recognised for research and teaching in health and medicine. With formal links to more than 50 hospitals and health care facilities across New South Wales, the Sydney Medical School is Australia’s longest established medical school, offering outstanding opportunities for academics and students to participate in sector-leading practices in education, research and clinical care.

  We are seeking to appoint a senior academic as the Bosch Chair of Internal Medicine. Reporting to the Head of School or their delegate, the Chair will grow an internationally outstanding research program which will complement and leverage the research activities in the school and faculty.

  The position requires a highly motivated individual with strong leadership skills who is passionate about building a program of work in medical research. Bringing a record of excellent research output and grant success as well as experience in external engagement, this person will demonstrate the intellectual leadership to build a world-renowned program, as well as actively contribute to teaching, pedagogical innovation, academic debate and policy development within the University and beyond.

  About you (Skills, capabilities and experience)

  The below specifies the essential and desirable criteria for appointment at Level E (Professor). The successful candidate:

  • must hold a medical degree as well as a PhD in a relevant discipline and an international reputation for outstanding scholarship and research;
  • must have an outstanding track record in obtaining grant funding and an exceptional publication record with original contributions in their respective field;
  • must have experience in educational design and delivery, including recognition for achieving improved or consistently excellent student outcomes, educational innovation or educational leadership;
  • must have the ability to contribute to the development of a culture of excellence in medical education and research that is underpinned by evidence-based practice;
  • must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability and experience in working cooperatively and collegially in inclusive decision-making environments.

  Term and remuneration

  The successful candidate will be offered a 5-year fixed term position on a full-time basis, with the possibility for renewal subject to performance and funding. The successful candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

  Visa Sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided if required.

  How to apply

  To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact Mazin Almaimani at Perrett Laver on +61 2 8075 4605 or at mazin.almaimani@perrettlaver.com

  For further information, or to submit an application, please visit http://www.perrettlaver.com/vacancies quoting reference number 7437.

  Candidate Information Brochure

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  To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

  As this position is located on a NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements

  This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working With Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.

  Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

  EEO statement

  At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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  Applications Close

  Friday 30 August 2024 11:59 PM

• About the company

  The University of Sydney is an Australian public research university in Sydney, Australia.

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