Lecturer – Medical Sciences/Cancer

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Lecturer in Medical Sciences/Cancer within the School of Medical Sciences. The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and educational leadership to support student learning outcomes.

You will contribute to multidisciplinary units, undertake scholarly activity, supervise students, and collaborate with colleagues to advance teaching practices and the university's educational priorities.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Medical Sciences or Cancer-related field with research experience.
• Proven ability to teach and design high-quality curricula.
• Ability to lead educational initiatives and collaborate across disciplines.
• Experience supervising students or staff and managing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver independent teaching in Medical Sciences and Cancer disciplines.
• Contribute to curriculum development and multidisciplinary units.
• Lead design and evaluation of learning activities and assessments.
• Engage in research and scholarly activity under supervision.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum design

Scholarly activity

Educational leadership

Research skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Medical Sciences or related

Job description

Full time, fixed term until December 2027

Exciting opportunity to be an Education Focused Lecturer within the School of Medical Sciences

Base Salary starting from $132,533 pro rata + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.

The School of Medical Sciences is seeking a Lecturer – Medical Sciences/Cancer to make significant contributions to teaching and learning while engaging in educational leadership within the discipline. The role will contribute to the design, delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement of high-quality educational experiences that support student learning outcomes and align with University and Faculty expectations.

Working collaboratively with academic colleagues, the Lecturer will contribute to curriculum development, innovative teaching practices and educational initiatives across Medical Sciences and Cancer-related disciplines. The role will also undertake scholarly activity, develop research skills and contribute to the advancement of discipline knowledge, particularly as it relates to teaching and learning practices.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• undertake independent teaching in Medical Sciences and Cancer-related disciplines, contributing to outstanding educational design, delivery, evaluation and outcomes
• engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences that meet University expectations and standards for education design and deliver quality units of study, learning activities and curriculum content that support student needs and meet curriculum requirements
• contribute to the design and delivery of multidisciplinary work-integrated learning units and educational experiences
• develop and refine independent research skills under the supervision of more senior academic staff
• conduct research or scholarly activity independently or as part of a team, contributing to discipline knowledge, particularly in relation to teaching and learning within the discipline
• engage in supervision of research students in accordance with School, Faculty and University expectations
• apply scholarship and knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practice to innovate and enhance education practices
• undertake academic administration activities that support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning
• coordinate activities of academic staff and provide training, guidance and mentorship to less experienced academic staff
• contribute to a positive workplace culture that values diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes
• contribute to the strategic priorities of the University, Faculty and School
• engage beyond the University through conferences, seminars, outreach activities and professional networks
• undertake other duties appropriate within the classification level as required

About you

• doctorate or PhD in a relevant field
• demonstrated understanding of Medical Sciences and/or Cancer-related disciplines
• experience conducting original research and engaging in scholarly activity
• experience in teaching and learning, including participation in team teaching and delivery across a variety of settings
• demonstrated success in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives
• developing networks with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders
• experience supervising or mentoring students or colleagues
• strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with students, academic colleagues and stakeholders
• commitment to innovative teaching practices, educational excellence and continuous improvement

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve.

We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

Applications Close Monday 09 November 2026 11:59 PM