Senior Lecturer (Medical Coordinator) - Kalgoorlie

The University of Western Australia; Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia (RCSWA), based in Kalgoorlie, is seeking a part-time Senior Lecturer (Medical Coordinator) to deliver medical education and coordinate rural training pathways. The appointment is fixed-term to December 2026 with potential extension to 2031, offering a Level C salary pro‑rated for 0.4FTE plus 17% superannuation.

Based in regional WA, the role requires AHPRA registration, a commitment to rural practice, and experience as a preceptor.

Qualifications

• Registered medical practitioner with AHPRA in Australia.
• Experience as a medical preceptor or supervisor of students/trainees in clinical settings.
• Strong commitment to improving health outcomes in rural WA communities.
• Commitment to Indigenous health in rural and regional areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver world‑class medical education and training to medical students and support preceptors and host practitioners.
• Contribute to research/evaluation to improve rural health outcomes.
• Develop and coordinate rural training pathways in the local appointment area and align with statewide RCSWA approach.
• Maintain and contribute to development of local educational programs meeting RCSWA requirements.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Preceptor experience

Rural health commitment

Indigenous health focus

Job description

• Based in Kalgoorlie in Regional Western Australia
• Become a key part of transforming lives and improving health outcomes in rural communities
• Part‑time (0.4FTE or 2 x 0.2FTE considered) appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2026 (with anticipated extension to December 2031)
• Base salary range: Level C, $149,909 – $172,441 p.a. (pro‑rate) plus 17% superannuation.
• Rural and remote allowance applies for those living in the immediate area
• Clinical loading applicable

UWA Medical School

Rural Clinical School of WA (RCSWA)

• Based in Kalgoorlie in Regional Western Australia
• Become a key part of transforming lives and improving health outcomes in rural communities
• Part‑time (0.4FTE or 2 x 0.2FTE considered) appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2026 (with anticipated extension to December 2031)
• Base salary range: Level C, $149,909 – $172,441 p.a. (pro‑rate) plus 17% superannuation.
• Rural and remote allowance applies for those living in the immediate area
• Clinical loading applicable

About The Area

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia (RCSWA) was established in 2002 to help deliver better health outcomes for people living in country WA. Our vision for the future is to build on our successes and foster an exceptional locally trained, research‑driven, collegiate, academic and clinical community, providing equitable healthcare to rural and remote WA. The RCSWA helps rural communities sustain a locally trained and loyal medical workforce by placing penultimate and final year medical students across a network of 15 sites. Students gain valuable hands‑on experience and professional mentoring throughout the 12-month program.

About The Opportunity

• Deliver world‑class innovative medical education and training to medical students and assist in the support of preceptors and host practitioners
• Commitment to be involved in research and/or evaluation relevant to improving rural health
• In consultation with local medical practitioners and agencies maintain and contribute to the development of local educational programs that meet the requirements of the RCSWA and take advantage of local opportunities and strengths
• Develop and coordinate the development of rural training pathways in local area of appointment and contribute to a statewide RCSWA approach

About You

• Registered, or able to be registered with AHPRA as a Medical Practitioner
• Committed to working in medical practice in rural WA
• Available to work in the respective RCSWA site and the ability to network with rural practitioners in the region
• Experience as a preceptor and/or supervisor of medical students and/or junior doctors or registrars
• A commitment to the principles and practice of Indigenous health in rural and regional areas
• Commitment to rural medical education and to improving rural medical workforce

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION - [Senior Lecturer (Medical Coordinator)] - Level [C].docx

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 8 November 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About The University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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