POSITION PURPOSE
A Level B/C academic is expected to make significant contributions to the teaching effort of a discipline, school, faculty or other organisational unit or an interdisciplinary area. An academic at this level is also expected to play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities.
This position is based at Main Campus, Bandar Sunway. As a Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Public Health, the incumbent is expected to contribute significantly by preparing students to tackle complex health challenges head-on. Through engaging lectures, hands-on training, and research guidance, the incumbent is expected to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to analyse health trends, identify risk factors, and develop effective disease prevention strategies.
Reporting Line: The position reports to Professor and Head of School
Supervisory responsibilities: Not applicable
Financial delegation and/or budget responsibilities: Not applicable
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Contribute to curriculum development, innovation, enhancement and quality assurance in the undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum
2. Develop and deliver innovative and excellent teaching, learning and assessment experiences for undergraduate and postgraduate students
3. Conduct high quality research, maintaining an active record of publication and building a profile of grants and PhD student supervision
4. Support the development and implementation of a research strategy for Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences consistent with the research priorities of Monash University Malaysia and Monash University
5. Participate in collaborations with other universities and with government, industry and/or civil society to drive research impact and educational excellence
6. Support the management of education, research and/or administration in the School through, for example, participation in committees
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
1. A doctoral qualification (PhD) or equivalent qualification
2. Demonstrated experience in the development of curriculum content
3. A strong record of teaching which demonstrates a commitment to educational innovation.
4. An excellent research record, with a strong trajectory in publications, grants and PhD/Masters/Honours supervision
5. Experience in working with partners in universities, government and/or civil society
6. Demonstrated skills and experience in collaboration and teamwork
Monash University is a modern, global, research-intensive university, delivering education and research excellence in Australia and across the Indo-Pacific. We are making a positive impact on today's global challenges – whether by mitigating climate change, easing geopolitical insecurity or fostering healthy communities. Monash University is Australia’s largest university and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, a group of Australia's eight leading research universities. We have been consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, at 42nd globally in the QS World University Rankings and 54th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings in 2024,reflecting our strong commitment to academic and research excellence.
Monash University is a global university with four campuses in Australia and a campus in Malaysia and Indonesia. In India, Monash Research Academy is a postgraduate research and PhD training partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, whilst Monash-Suzhou is a partnership between Monash University and Southeast University focused on world-class research and training in China. The Monash University Prato Centre meanwhile provides a European base for international research and education. Additionally, Monash has extensive international partnerships and study abroad programs with more than 100+ partner universities around the world.
Established in 1998, Monash University Malaysia is Monash’s third-largest campus and one of Malaysia’s most respected higher education institutions. We were awarded the prestigious “Berdaya Saing” (Competitive) status for the SETARA rating assessment by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia in 2022, cementing our position in the very top cohort of outstanding universities in the country. In the same year, we retained our five-star rating for research excellence from the Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA). We attract students from Malaysia and all over the world. More than 9,200 students representing approximately 72 nationalities are currently enrolled at Monash University Malaysia, and they enjoy a quality study experience supported by committed staff members. Since welcoming our first cohort of 417 students, we have graduated more than 26,500 students.
We pride ourselves in educational excellence, offering degrees in arts and social sciences, business, engineering, information technology, medicine, psychology and health sciences, pharmacy, and science across seven schools. New courses in emerging areas, including artificial intelligence, data science, digital business and pharmaceutical science, expand our range of internationally-recognised degrees for a changing world. We invest in constantly upgrading our facilities to incorporate cutting-edge teaching and learning technology to enhance our students’ and staff’s experience.
In line with Monash University’s strategic plan, Impact 2030, our research focuses on issues of national and global significance. We strive to formulate and implement solutions that could mitigate the effects of climate change, promote geopolitical security in the ASEAN region and improve health and wellbeing to enable communities to thrive. Our research projects and researchers are making long-term and sustainable impact across health, economics, policy, technology, the environment and society at large. We also offer a broad range of world-class infrastructure and services to support the needs of the research community and industry.
Our campus is located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, one of the region’s industrial hotspots. We sit in the heart of the rapidly developing economic corridor linking Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and beyond. Our education and research are oriented towards deep engagement with this dynamic socio-economic and industrial landscape.
Monash University Malaysia is committed to delivering quality education and research to address the global challenges of our time, and we have ambitious plans to reach our goals. Join us as we make a positive difference for the betterment of communities worldwide.
For further information, please visit www.monash.edu.my.
Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences was established in 2005. The School’s vision is to become a leading medical school in Asia, as measured by the quality and impact of its teaching and research, and, through these, to engage with and serve the community. By pursuing this vision, the school contributes to the University’s mission to improve the human condition by advancing knowledge and fostering creativity. The School offers the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Human Nutrition, Bachelor of Psychology and Business, Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Bachelor of Medical
Science (Honours), Master of Professional Counselling, Master of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs.
Delivery of the medicine program is spread over several locations with the first two years being taught at the Monash University Malaysia at Main Campus in Bandar Sunway, Selangor while the subsequent three years being taught at the Clinical School in Johor Bahru.
For more information, please visit: https://www.monash.edu.my/jcsmhs
