Senior Lecturer, Northern Territory Medical Program

01 Flinders University; Darwin; On-site; AUD 141,000 - 163,000; Part time

Job summary

Flinders University invites applications for a Senior Lecturer, Northern Territory Medical Program (NTMP). The pro rata part-time role (0.4FTE) is fixed-term to December 2027, based in Darwin, offering leadership in rural and remote medical education and strong partnerships with government and affiliated institutions.

You will lead teaching innovations, curriculum development and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-quality education for future doctors serving rural, remote, and Indigenous

Qualifications

• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA), backed by extensive clinical experience in acute and/or primary care settings.
• Proven track record of excellence in tertiary teaching, including designing, delivering and evaluating innovative learning across classroom, clinical and simulation environments.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary medical education practices, with curriculum development experience and a focus on improving student outcomes.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills across education, healthcare and community sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership in design, delivery and continuous improvement of medical education across the Doctor of Medicine program.
• Lead innovative teaching initiatives including clinical skills training, simulation-based learning and work-integrated learning.
• Build and maintain partnerships with health services, government agencies and educational institutions to support workforce development in the NT.
• Drive curriculum development and educational best practices with focus on rural and remote health and accreditation.

Skills

Medical education leadership

Curriculum development

Simulation-based learning

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Medical registration (AHPRA)

Job description

Position Details Part‑time at 0.4FTE | Fixed term until December 2027 Academic Level C | $141,370 - $162,619 (pro rata) Location: Darwin – Larrakia

About the Role

As part of the Rural and Remote Health Discipline, the Senior Lecturer, Northern Territory Medical Program (NTMP) will play a pivotal leadership role in delivering excellence in teaching and learning across the Doctor of Medicine program within the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University. The position is instrumental in advancing high-quality medical education that prepares future doctors for practice in rural, remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health contexts. Working collaboratively across key partnerships between the Northern Territory Government, Australian Government and Charles Darwin University, the role contributes to the development of a fit‑for‑context Northern Territory health and medical workforce.

• Providing academic leadership in the design, delivery and continuous improvement of medical education across the Doctor of Medicine program, ensuring an exceptional student learning experience.
• Leading innovative teaching initiatives, including clinical skills training, simulation‑based learning and work‑integrated learning opportunities that prepare students for the unique challenges of rural and remote healthcare.
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with health services, government agencies, community stakeholders and educational institutions to support workforce development across the Northern Territory.
• Driving curriculum development and educational best practice, with a focus on rural, remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, while contributing to professional accreditation, quality assurance and strategic priorities.

This position makes a significant contribution to the University's strategic plan to change 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through directly contributing to our Student Centric strategic driver, delivering exceptional medical education and preparing future doctors to meet the healthcare needs of rural, remote and Northern Territory communities.

About You

You are a passionate and experienced medical educator with a strong clinical background and a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. You bring the ability to inspire and support future medical professionals, particularly in rural, remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health settings. A collaborative leader, you thrive on building meaningful partnerships, driving curriculum innovation and contributing to a high‑performing academic environment focused on improving health outcomes across the Northern Territory.

• Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA), supported by extensive contemporary clinical experience in acute and/or primary healthcare settings.
• A demonstrated track record of excellence in tertiary teaching, including the design, delivery and evaluation of innovative learning experiences across classroom, clinical and simulation‑based environments.
• Well‑developed knowledge of contemporary medical education practices, with experience in curriculum development and a commitment to enhancing student learning outcomes.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across the education, healthcare and community sectors.

Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT

At Flinders Rural and Remote Health NT, our aim is to be a hub for innovative health research, education, and workforce development across the Northern Territory. We engage with students, community, and stakeholders to provide critical programs, such as the Northern Territory Medical Program, Paramedicine, Rural Clinical School, and the University Department of Rural Health.

Our postgraduate education pathways (Remote Health Practice program) provides workforce development through Indigenous health and clinical skills training, and we have a community driven research program led by researchers committed to improving health outcomes.

We work alongside Poche SA+NT focussing on Indigenous leadership capacity development and developing the Indigenous health workforce. All activities are driven by our values which focus on the long‑term and short‑term needs of the NT community.

Life at Flinders

They say know your place. We say you've found it right here. Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next.

Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we’ve navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we’ve continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all.

We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.

Why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program
• Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards.

Recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre‑employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University.
• Flinders University will require a current completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Gender Based Violence Declaration which is satisfactory to the University.
• The contract of Employment is conditional upon the receipt of these completed compliance checks. A disclosable outcome will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
• Staff working in a health care setting are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 in line with the NT Health policy.
• National Territory Government legislation (the Care and Protection of Children Act 2007) now requires all individuals in child related employment or whose duties involve, or are likely to involve, contact with a child, to hold a valid “Working with Children Clearance” (Ochre Card). This position involves child related work and is assessed as requiring a Working with Children Clearance/Ochre Card.

Certification Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check - Australian Police or Accredited Agencies, Ochre Card - Government of the Northern Territory

Application Deadline

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) Thursday, 8 October 2026.

Flinders is a globally focused, locally engaged institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research. Students are at the heart of Flinders – we’re focused on supporting their exceptional learning experience and equipping them with the skills to succeed in life beyond study. Our touchstone is that university life is enjoyable and enriching for all students, and our campuses are energising places for our staff.