Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.  

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The School of Medicine and Dentistry strives to prepare the next generation of professionals and practitioners to tackle health and healthcare challenges in an ever-changing world. As a community, we are committed to building better health outcomes for all by delivering high-quality education, impactful research and engagement with and for the communities we serve.

As a community we are committed to the highest standards of learning and teaching across our diverse academic programs and courses. These include undergraduate and postgraduate programs in dentistry, medicine, dental hygiene, dental technology and dental prosthetics, paramedicine, and public health.

We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best possible staff; staff who support our educational mission to deliver an outstanding student learning experience and producing competent, compassionate health professional and practitioners. 

The School of Medicine and Dentistry shares the Health Group and broader University's commitment to excellence, ethical behaviour, and engagement. The Health Group Charter articulates the core values and behaviours we expect in our workforce: inclusion, integrity, performance, respect, and collaboration. These values and behaviours are embedded in the School's annual Academic Staff Career Development process and frame staff performance planning and review conversations. 

The Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor of Oral Surgery is a member of the School of Medicine and Dentistry’s academic team, and specifically will plan and lead specialist education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, conduct research and undertake appropriate administrative duties.

The Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor of Oral Surgery will be a leading authority in their discipline and is expected to exercise a special responsibility in providing academic leadership and in fostering excellence in research, teaching, engagement and professional activities.

They will support the Dean of Dentistry and the Head of School in implementing the School’s strategy as it relates to learning and teaching and research, and will be expected to advance research-informed clinical education and research within the School.

To be eligible for appointment as a Senior Lecturer, applicants are expected to make independent and original contributions to research that have significant impact on the field of expertise.

Applicants eligible for appointment as an Associate Professor will show evidence of original, innovative contributions to the field of expertise, and the drive to expand their sphere of influence through international research and scholarly collaborations.

The successful candidate will build upon Griffith’s already strong program of dental and oral health programs and develop clinical and research partnerships aimed at improving health and community care through the health professions.  In this role the incumbent will make a significant contribution to the development and delivery of dental education with a focus on oral surgery.

Depending on the educational qualifications and professional background of the successful candidate, the successful candidate may be appointed at either Senior Lecturer Level C or Associate Professor Level D.

This position incorporates the full scope of academic responsibilities relevant to the level of appointment. Actual expected responsibilities are applied in accordance with individual work profiles and in consultation with the Academic Supervisor.

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), continuing position based at the Gold Coast campus and it is expected that the successful candidate will be available to attend campus in person as a normal requirement of the role.

As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range

The full time equivalent base salary will be Senior Lecturer Level C range $128,802 - $148,520 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $150,698 - $173,768 per annum.

The full time equivalent base salary will be Associate Professor Level D range $155,087 - $170,859 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $181,452 - $199,905 per annum.

About You

The School of Medicine and Dentistry shares the Health Group and broader University's commitment to excellence, ethical behaviour, and engagement. The Health Group Charter articulates the core values and behaviours we expect in our workforce: inclusion, integrity, performance, respect, and collaboration. These values and behaviours are embedded in the School's annual Academic Staff Career Development process and frame staff performance planning and review conversations.

Applicants will possess:

• A specialist dental qualification and PhD (or equivalent qualification) in an appropriate discipline; and
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus gym facilities

Your application
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online via this CAMPUS RADAR page (see below) and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Visa sponsorship is possible for this appointment for candidates who do not hold valid Australian work rights. 

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Nigel Robb, Dean of Dentistry, School of Medicine and Dentistry on n.robb@griffith.edu.au.

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner on j.dhall@griffith.edu.au.

For application support, please contact CAMPUS RADAR on careers@campusradarjobs.com.

Closing date: Wednesday, 7 February 2024 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Please tap the APPLY NOW button, create a private profile and upload the following documents (PDF files)

• A Cover Letter addressing your suitability for the position (see POSITION DESCRIPTION, download from this page);
• Your current CV/Resume (including referees if possible);
• VISA requirement: In your Cover Letter or CV, please note your VISA status and eligibility to work in this country (Australia).