Senior Lecturer Oncology, Blacktown Clinical School

• 0.2 FTE Part-time ongoing position at Academic Level C.
• Blacktown Clinical School campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: $150,081- $172,392 per annum, plus 17% Super pro-rata

Deliver clinical teaching and research in oncology while shaping future health professionals.

The Opportunity

You will contribute to teaching, research, and academic service, with a strong commitment to excellence in Oncology education, clinical training, and research translation. You will play a key role in the education of future medical practitioners, contributing to high-quality learning experiences across undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs.

You will design, deliver, and evaluate innovative teaching and assessment aligned with contemporary medical education practice, support student progression and employability, and contribute to curriculum development and academic quality assurance.

In addition to academic responsibilities, the appointee will contribute to the delivery of clinical oncology services at Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospital, including clinical and administrative duties within the Department of Medicine, as directed by the Professor of Medicine. The role supports strong integration of clinical practice, teaching, and research, with opportunities to contribute locally, nationally, and internationally within the discipline of Oncology.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering high-quality teaching and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate medicine programs
• Contributing to curriculum development in Oncology / Medical Oncology
• Supporting student learning, progression, and employability outcomes
• Maintaining an active research and scholarly profile aligned with Oncology, including collaborative and translational research
• Contributing effectively to clinical service delivery and departmental responsibilities at partner hospitals
• Engaging in academic governance, service, and professional leadership within the School of Medicine

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

You will demonstrate:

• Advanced academic expertise in a relevant discipline, with a strong commitment to medical education and clinical teaching (a PhD is highly regarded)
• Current or eligible registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Specialist training and consultant-level experience in Oncology (Medical Oncology or a closely related subspecialty)
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and curriculum design

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Professor Tim Tan, Clinical Dean, Blacktown Clinical School via T.Tan@westernsydney.edu.au
  Please include the job reference code REF1554V.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 13th July 2026.
• Working Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available. You must have valid working rights in Australia at time of application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University's online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western

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