Clinical Lead - North (Regional Training Hub)

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. 

 

• Fellow of an Australian Specialist Medical College with deep knowledge of LGH/Tasmanian Health Service clinical networks (ideally currently employed within LGH/THS)
• Proven track record in medical education and stakeholder engagement—designing/delivering education, mentoring, and building productive relationships to expand specialist training pathways.
• Collaborate with academic staff at the Launceston Clinical School to facilitate education and training that supports healthcare delivery in regional Tasmania
• Part time role (0.4FTE), Fixed-Term (Dec 2026), Launceston Based

About the opportunity

The Regional Training Hub works to strengthen specialist medical training pathways across the North and Northwest of Tasmania, helping doctors progress through postgraduate training while remaining in the region. The Hub supports junior doctors through education, mentoring and scholarships, assists supervisors with training and development, and works strategically to expand access to specialist training opportunities.

The Clinical Lead plays a key role in supporting and promoting Hub activities across Northern Tasmania. Using their knowledge of clinical networks at the Launceston General Hospital, the Clinical Lead will partner with the Project Officer to identify opportunities to grow specialist training pathways, enhance engagement with junior doctors and supervisors, and connect individuals with targeted mentoring and support.

This position contributes to building a sustainable regional specialist workforce by helping shape and deliver training initiatives that support doctors at every stage of their postgraduate journey.

What you’ll do:

• Work with the Director, Regional Training Hub to coordinate activities across the North and North West.
• Promote Regional Training Hub activities in the North, ensuring that these are aligned with Commonwealth objectives.
• Support delivery of Hub activities.
• Collaborate with training providers to address unmet local training needs.
• Provide clinical advice and support to the Regional Training Hub’s Northern Project Officer.
• Make a strong and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities. 

­What we’re looking for:

• Completion of postgraduate training, such as a Fellowship of a Specialist Medical College.
• Evidence of innovative and sustained contributions to medical education.
• A demonstrated capacity to build and maintain effective and productive relationships at a state and national level with a range of stakeholders involved in medical education.
• Experience and demonstrated achievement in University-level teaching and learning. 
• Be employed by the Launceston General Hospital/Tasmanian Health Service.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level C and will have a total remuneration package of up to $184,076 pro-rata comprising base salary within the range of $138,536 to $157,330 pro-rata  plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the Roles Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience.
• For further information about this position, please contact Doctor Jonathan Fong - email: jonathan.fong@utas.edu.au
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description -502556-Clinical Lead, North, Regional Training Hub.pdf

Applications close Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.