- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic teaching team delivering an innovative curriculum.
- Clinical Skills Instructors in Optometry.
- Competitive casual rate.
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.
About the opportunities
Casual academic employees are integral to the teaching and support activities of The University of Western Australia. Our casuals are engaged in a range of casual activities, including lecturing, tutoring, marking and lab demonstrations.
The University of Western Australia is a research-intensive academic organisation giving material expression to the belief that excellence in research underpins excellence in teaching and community partnerships.
The UWA Doctor of Optometry offers a postgraduate Doctor of Optometry (OD).
The position offered is negotiated between the casual academic employee and their supervisors and will be determined by the duties specified in their casual contract.
The Clinical Skills tutors will be responsible to the Course Director to provide academic teaching.
The appointee will be motivated to deliver quality teaching in Optometry. S/he will actively participate in teaching into the Doctor of Optometry course as a Clinical Skills Instructor.
The individual appointed to this position will be expected to:
- Current AHPRA registration.
- Minimum 5-year experience as an Optometrist.
- Therapeutically endorsed.
- Teach high quality clinical skills in the UWA pre-clinical skills lab.
- Work collaboratively within the teaching teams and support the University’s commitment to equity and diversity principles.
- Other duties as directed.
To be considered for a casual academic position, you will demonstrate the following essential criteria:
- Formal tertiary qualification(s).
- Relevant academic and clinical experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with flexible and innovative teaching methods, such as e-learning would be an advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise students in a clinical environment.
- Extensive clinical knowledge and proficient clinical skills across a full range of Optometric areas of specialities.
How to apply
Email UWA Optometry Course Director, Associate Professor Khyber Alam (khyber.alam@uwa.edu.au). In preparing your expression of interest, you will be asked to:
- Submit your CV and a cover letter.
- Your availability to start as well as, if applicable, your potential end date.
- The minimum and maximum number of hours and days per week you will be available for.
Your records will be retained on our academic casual register for 12 months. Should an opportunity arise matching your skills and experience, you will be contacted by the relevant work area.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Closing date: Friday, 15 November 2024
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
