Director of Medical Education

Hybrid or remote · Australia-wide · Base $120,000 – $135,000 + 12 % super + performance bonus $45,000 · Salary lift to $145,000 in Year 2 General Practice education is evolving. If you care about how doctors think and learn — not just what they memorise — this role will feel like home. GP Academy is building a small academic leadership team to shape the next phase of our Fellowship programs. We’re looking for a GP-educator who enjoys practice, thrives on collaboration, and wants to leave a lasting mark on how General Practice is taught in Australia. About the Role This half-time appointment (0.5 FTE) is designed to sit comfortably alongside ongoing clinical work, keeping you connected to patients while leading national education initiatives. You’ll guide curriculum structure, ensure clinical accuracy, mentor tutors, and work with the CEO and Head of Operations to make every GP Academy program clinically sharp, engaging, and relevant. Hybrid onsite/remote, or fully remote (open to applicants Australia-wide). Base $120,000 – $135,000 + 12 % super + performance bonus $45,000 in Year 1. Following a successful first year, the base salary rises to $145,000 + super + bonus, recognising leadership and long-term contribution. Total Year 1 package ≈ $215,000 pro rata, including professional-development and wellbeing support. You Bring FRACGP obtained within the past 10 years ≥ 12 months full‑time ED or ICU experience in Australia ≥ 4 years total hospital‑based experience in Australia across medicine, surgery, paediatrics, O&G, and psychiatry ≥ 3 years in community General Practice in Australia Alumnus of GP Academy (completed at least one written‑exam preparation course) Demonstrated ability in teaching, assessment writing or educational leadership Calm, collaborative, and open to feedback and new ideas Support for Your Work and Growth We invest in people who love learning as much as they love medicine. Your First Year Base $120,000 – $135,000 + 12 % super Performance bonus up to $45,000 linked to achievable KPIs Conference and education fund $5,000 → $10,000 from Year 2 Book & journal allowance $1,000 per year Wellbeing allowance $1,000 per year (for coaching, mindfulness or fitness) MacBook, iPad + Pencil, dual 4 K monitors and studio equipment for teaching Annual coastal education retreat for connection and reflection After Year 1 Base $145,000 + 12 % super + bonus Conference fund expands to $10,000 per year Global Learning Visit – up to $8,000 every three years to collaborate with leading education centres (US, UK, NZ or Canada) Annual charity donation $2,500 in your name to a cause you value Four‑week paid sabbatical every four years to study, write or build something new Why You’ll Love It Purpose with autonomy – shape national education while designing your own schedule Growth built in – structured coaching, learning funds and creative projects Modern team culture – open communication, light hierarchy and true flexibility Impact you can see – your work will influence how thousands of GPs learn and treat patients How to Apply To help us understand your fit for this role, please include a brief cover letter that addresses all of the following: Why this role is the right next step for you Why you believe you are the ideal candidate, aligned with our purpose and culture Confirmation that you meet all mandatory criteria, listed in bullet‑point form with the length of your experience for each: FRACGP obtained within the past 10 years ≥ 12 months full‑time ED or ICU experience in Australia ≥ 4 years total hospital‑based experience in Australia (across medicine, surgery, paediatrics, O&G, psychiatry) ≥ 3 years in community general practice in Australia GP Academy alumnus (completed at least one written‑exam preparation course) Demonstrated experience in teaching, assessment writing or educational leadership Calm, collaborative, and open to feedback and new ideas Your AHPRA registration number Applications without this information will not be considered. We value integrity, curiosity and kindness as much as academic skill. If this sounds like the balance you’ve been looking for, or if a colleague comes to mind, we’d welcome a confidential chat. #J-18808-Ljbffr