Lecturer of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology

• Parttime continuing role available

• Be a part of the Sydney Medical School which is internationally recognised for excellence in medical education, research, and clinical training

• Base Salary starting from 132,533+ 17% superannuation plus clinical loading ( Pro Rata)

About the opportunity

The Sydney Medical School is internationally recognised for excellence in medical education, research, and clinical training. Through strong partnerships with leading health services, the School delivers innovative educational programs that prepare future healthcare professionals to meet the changing needs of patients and communities.

The Specialty of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology plays a critical role in teaching and training medical students in women's health, reproductive health, pregnancy, childbirth, and neonatal care across a range of clinical settings.

The Faculty of Medicine and Health is seeking to appoint an outstanding Lecturer (Education Focused) (Level B) to join the Specialty of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology within the Northern Clinical School.

This part-time continuing position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinician and educator to contribute to the delivery of high-quality medical education within the Perinatal and Women's Health specialty block. The successful candidate will play a key role in curriculum development, student teaching, assessment, mentoring, and educational innovation while supporting excellence in learning and teaching across the discipline.

Working collaboratively with academic and clinical colleagues, you will contribute to the development of future medical professionals through evidence-based, student-centred teaching within a clinical environment.
This position will be primarily based at the Northern Clinical School, Royal North Shore Hospital Campus.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Collaborate with School leadership to develop and deliver outstanding teaching and learning outcomes

• coordinate and manage student teaching within a hospital environment and clinical school setting

• design, implement, moderate, and evaluate student assessments, including marking and feedback activities

• contribute to the design, development, review, and continuous improvement of the Perinatal and Women's Health specialty block curriculum and learning materials

• provide academic guidance, mentoring, and pastoral support to students

• contribute to teaching and learning innovation, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives

• support curriculum renewal and quality assurance activities across the School and Faculty

• foster an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment that promotes student success.

About you

• MBBS (or equivalent medical degree)

• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG)

• experience designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum, assessment, and innovative teaching practices in higher education

• demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage student teaching within a hospital or clinical school environment

• experience contributing to curriculum renewal, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives

• a commitment to excellence in student learning, engagement, and educational outcomes

• strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• the ability to work collaboratively with academic, clinical, and professional colleagues

• commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and student-centred learning environment.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations 

  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.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

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

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Yazigi Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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Applications Close

Friday 04 September 2026 11:59 PM