• Work in modern world class facilities
• Develop highly sought-after graduates
• Great Rural Location in the picturesque regional NSW

The Role

• Fixed Term, Full Time (June 2023)
• Level C/D - $119,816 to $158,769 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Orange

An exciting opportunity exists for a committed clinical academic to join our Dentistry team responsible for producing highly sought after & work-ready graduates to practice in metropolitan, rural & regional community settings.

The Charles Sturt University Dentistry program is fully accredited with the Australian Dental Council & the School has been commended for the collegiality of its staff & the work-readiness of its graduates to enter practice. The Schools teaching & clinical facility offers state-of-the art clinical spaces, a simulation clinic, dental technology laboratory & anatomy laboratory.

The successful candidate for this position will be a clinical academic with extensive undergraduate teaching experience in restorative dentistry & simulation clinics, & have demonstrated experience in providing high quality clinical dental care in private or public health dental practice settings.

Your principal teaching duties involve both didactic & clinical responsibilities within a range of relevant subjects & to lead the thematic integration of pre-clinical & clinical restorative dentistry. The appointee will provide academic leadership within the discipline & contribute significantly to its administration & ongoing curriculum development, while progressing an active research profile with a strategic research and innovation focus aligned to the overall strategies of the University.

As the School of Dentistry & Health Sciences is a multi-campus & multi-disciplinary academic unit, the incumbent will be expected to engage in the academic life of the School.

To be successful you will have:

• A qualification relevant to the discipline & appropriate to the level for which you are applying
• Eligibility for full or limited registration as a dentist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), which may refer to a primary dental qualification obtained from Australia, Britain, Canada or New Zealand or an Australian Dental Council (ADC) Certificate
• A record of academic achievement of national (Level C) &/or international standing (Level D) through outstanding contributions to academic leadership and/or the scholarship of teaching and learning, research in an area relevant to restorative dentistry, or other professional activity
• Relevant clinical experience in Australia, Britain, Canada or New Zealand
• Evidence of the delivery of high quality student centred learning & teaching in restorative dentistry
• A record of research activity relevant to the discipline & the level applied for

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young & growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow & flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity & vibrancy of our rural & regional communities, with a reach & impact across Australia & internationally. We work together with industry, communities & students to create new thinking, inspire each other & make a positive & progressive contribution to the world.

The Faculty of Science delivers flexible, innovative teaching programs which provide graduates with the skills & knowledge to build a career, advance their profession & contribute to their community. We currently have more than 9000 students & over 500 staff dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge.

We are a leader in strategic & applied research in a wide array of sciences. We enhance & extend knowledge, train & educate future researchers & provide scientific solutions to current challenges. We achieve this through ethical practice, professional collaborations, industry involvement & a commitment to continual improvement.

We also provide a range of health & other services to our regional communities through our enterprise activities.

The School of Dentistry and Health Sciences is a multi-campus, academic unit. The School offers a suite of undergraduate & postgraduate courses both onshore & offshore in a range of health disciplines including: dentistry, oral health therapy & medical radiation science.

The School is committed to enhancing its reputation as a high performing multidisciplinary unit & seeks academics focused on providing quality education & being actively involved in the development of health professional education & health based research programs that complement these courses.

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities & generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice Citation and our Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional Award. Charles Sturt is also a participating member in the Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQ+; & those from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to apply online & address the selection criteria in the position description. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

Further Information

Additional information is available in the Position Description or by contacting:

Professor Andrew Flatau | Head of School, Dentistry and Health Sciences | hos-sdhs@csu.edu.au | Ph: 02 6365 7290

Closing Date: 11 pm, 23 November 2020