An international University as reflected in our people, our places, and our research, James Cook University (JCU) takes pride in being recognised as a leading tertiary university in Australia, our Asia-Pacific region and the universities of the world and is committed to creating a brighter future for life in the tropics world-wide through graduates and discoveries that make a difference.

About the opportunity

The Professor, Social Work, will be a leading academic of international standing within the discipline, with an exemplary record of accomplishments across the domains of teaching, learning and curriculum development; research and scholarship; community engagement and professional activities.

The appointee will foster and develop the capacity of others within the College and Academic Group, undertaking a leadership role in one or more of the above domains.

The appointee will teach into undergraduate and postgraduate Social Work programs in the Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) and Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying).

The appointee will be an internationally recognised scholar with significant research track record including projects and grant income, and publications above world standing level. The appointee will collaboratively lead research teams and projects and supervise Higher Degree Research candidates in this field.

Focus areas of research would ideally include one or more of: regional, rural, and remote communities; social justice and the politics of disadvantage; social work policy; migrant studies; mental health studies; Indigenous issues in social work; and/or interdisciplinary studies with academics from the Social Sciences, Humanities and Health Services, in the region, the tropics and beyond.

The appointee will bring connections and networks in the field and liaise with relevant stakeholders and organisations, and broadly support the University’s Strategic Intent.

Why JCU

JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth as well as diverse career opportunities.  JCU prides itself on being dedicated to teaching, learning and research that is not only of high quality, but also delivers practical benefits to the peoples and industries of the region.

We support our people through the provision of:

• attractive options for salary packaging
• flexible working arrangements
• professional development opportunities 
• modern; well-equipped on-campus facilities including medical, cafés, sporting and fitness

How to apply

JCU has partnered with the executive search firm Devereaux Consulting for this process.

Should you be interested in a confidential discussion about the opportunity please contact Jackie Besley, Managing Partner at Devereaux Consulting on +61 413633195 or via email to jackiebesley@devereauxconsulting.com

To lodge an application, please submit your response to the key selection and CV to JCU@devereauxconsulting.com.

To learn more about JCU please visit the College Microsite: https://www.jcu.edu.au/careers-at-jcu.

Applications close Sunday 11 September 2022.