Role type: Continuing, part time 0.6 FTE Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences Department / School: Department of Psychiatry Salary: Level C $152,695 - $176,065 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super Deliver innovative mental health education / Collaborate with leading experts / Drive academic excellence Apply now to lead the delivery of cutting-edge coursework and foster strategic partnerships in mental health education. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As a leader in the Department of Psychiatry, you will support the development and delivery of graduate coursework and continuing professional development programs. Collaborating with the Education Committee, you will ensure quality assurance and strategic leadership, promoting opportunities with external organisations in mental health services. You will gain experience in managing staff and contributing to curriculum development, while driving excellence in mental health education. Your responsibilities will include: Coordinate Graduate Coursework Programs: Collaborate with subject coordinators and deliver the Master of Psychiatry program and Clinical Psychiatry Course. Lead Curriculum Development: Make original contributions to curriculum design and apply contemporary pedagogical insights. Ensure Quality Assurance: Oversee accreditation processes and ensure course content remains current and relevant. Foster Strategic Partnerships: Promote collaborative opportunities with external organisations and represent the department in key committees. You may be a great fit if: You will lead the development of innovative mental health education programs, utilising your strong interpersonal skills and community-focused agenda to foster excellence in teaching, research, and collaboration. You may also: Possess FRANZCP or equivalent qualification. Have experience in public mental health services and community service models. Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills. Be committed to diversity, ethics, and collaboration. Have a track record in developing community-oriented teaching models. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – The Department of Psychiatry www.psychiatry.unimelb.edu.au The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne was established in the 1960s. It is one of the largest Departments in the Melbourne Medical School. There are about 140 academic and professional staff, 140 honorary staff and 50 students pursuing research degrees from Honours, Masters, and PhD programs. A further 240 students are enrolled in graduate coursework programs, including the flagship Master of Psychiatry program. The Department plays a key role in the medical curriculum of the graduate Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, providing rotations in mental health for medical students and teaching in other sections of the course. The Department also offers opportunities for students undertaking research projects in the MD course. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Kate Vasconcelos at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 9th Nov at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-005785 Course Coordinator.pdf
