Industry and Clinical Educator (ICE) – Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography)

Job no: HRC0003439

Category: Academic Level A

Base Salary: $75,870 – $102,962 p.a. (prorated) plus 17% superannuation

Position: Fixed Term: 2 Year Fixed Term (Part-time or Job Share will be considered)

Location: Newcastle (Callaghan) Campus 

• Lead contemporary teaching in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography).
• Join award winning educators. Be involved with world class research.
• Competitive salary, flexible working, 17% super and so much more…

Drive excellence in teaching & learning. Prepare graduates for professional practice across national & international settings. 

Our university  

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni . 

Our school

The School of Health Sciences, one of four Schools within the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, excels in the teaching of allied health professionals and includes the disciplines of Physiotherapy, Medical Radiation Sciences (Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Therapy), Nutrition and Dietetics, Workplace Health and Safety, Occupational Therapy, Oral Health Therapy, Podiatry, and Speech Pathology. The disciplines within the School achieve a balance between advancing the professional research profile of their respective areas and working together to educate future healthcare workers in a multi-professional healthcare environment. 

The School enjoys a close collaboration with local health districts in providing clinical learning experiences for students, and in the conduct of research. We strive to prepare and develop students across the Health Science disciplines to function in a wide range of clinical settings, health facilities and services. 

Our academics are committed to teaching and learning strategies which develop and enhance knowledge, and the full range of clinical and interpersonal skills needed by diagnostic radiographers to function as effective and empathic practitioners. 

The School encourages and enhances the capacity for:

• Independent and critical thinking.
• Reflective practice.
• Life-long learning.
• Effectively coping with change, and;
• Creating a positive culture that promotes excellence for colleagues and students.

Be challenged and imagine with us

As an Industry and Clinical Educator (ICE) you will contribute to the Teaching and Learning domain of academic work within the School of Health Science.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality clinical education, primarily in Diagnostic Radiography at the University of Newcastle. With a strong background of clinical experience and an understanding of contemporary professional and educational issues in Diagnostic Radiography, you will develop, teach and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

You will work with the latest imaging equipment in the country while inspiring the next generation of radiographers. Our graduates are well regarded in the market and our Diagnostic Radiography course is highly rated by our students. You will be part of a Medical Radiation Education Team who are among the most highly regarded in Australia.

The successful candidate must hold, or be eligible for, unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner.

The position is being offered on either a 2 Year Fixed Term Part-time or Job Share basis.

How you will inspire us 

You will:

• Be registered with or eligible for AHPRA registration as a Medical Radiation Practitioner;
• Have a sound understanding of contemporary professional and educational issues in Diagnostic Radiography;
• Have significant current clinical experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer;
• Be passionate about sharing your knowledge and experience to prepare work ready graduates.

Please note, as part of the recruitment process you will need to formally address each criterion of the Selection Criteria (including desirable criterion) in your application. You will find the complete list of Selection Criteria in the attached Position Description. 

What we offer 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy );
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs.

For information on our employee benefits please visit here .   

Your next steps 

Please visit here  for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University’s please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University’s website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include:

• Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.
• Cover Letter; including your interest in the role plus contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• Headlined statements addressing each of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the Position Description.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one  PDF document. 

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words). 

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Description (available in the Related Documents section below). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Professor Peter Stanwell, School of Health Sciences via email at [email protected] or on (02) 4921 6586. 

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected]  

Closing date: Monday, 26 February 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT 

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you! 

Move to Newcastle 

A move to Newcastle offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland – the region offers a wonderful place to live and explore and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance. 

Visit the City of Newcastle  site to imagine your future. 

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.   

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

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