• Term: This appointment will be offered on a fixed-term, full-time basis for five (5) years.
• Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
• Location: This position is primarily based at our Kelvin Grove campus, however may be required to work at the Gardens Point campus.
• Job opens: Thursday, 19 September 2024
• Applications Close: Sunday, 20 October 2024 at 11:30 pm AEST

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic senior leader with strategic acumen, futures thinking and a passion for advancing healthcare to join us as our next Deputy Dean, Faculty of Health.

As Deputy Dean, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to shape the future of health education, leading and mentoring a diverse team, and collaborating closely with central services to support critical Faculty functions.

If you’re driven to shape the future health teaching, research and learning, and ready to lead with purpose, we invite you to apply and join us in making a real-world difference.

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Real world impact

QUT’s Faculty of Health embraces a collaborative approach to improving the health of our nation, bridging the gap between science and better health through a focus on prevention, evidence, innovation and outcomes. Our vision is to empower people and communities to create a better future through health. We deliver on this vision through world-class teaching, practical learning and research innovation.

We provide high-quality learning and teaching experiences for students. Our courses are in high demand and provide graduates with job-ready, practical skills for the real world.

We undertake transformative research that contributes to the improvement of human health. Our research engages with community partners, industry and government through partnerships and collaboration to deliver research outcomes that have real impact.

What you need to succeed

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

1. A doctoral qualification or equivalent in a relevant area with proven leadership and achievement at a senior level.
2. Proven academic leadership and senior management experience, with demonstrated ability to implement learning and teaching initiatives and ensure high-quality program delivery including in student led Health Clinics and student support services.
3. Demonstrated ability to manage a multidisciplinary portfolio of research activity, and lead initiatives focused on enabling research performance and impact.
4. Strong strategic planning and operational management skills, business acumen and a proven record of budget, resource and risk management at a senior level.
5. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate, consult, negotiate and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the University.
6. Demonstrated high-level analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to think creatively, introduce innovation and change and incorporate principles of diversity and inclusivity.
7. Proven ability to collaborate with internal and external parties to deliver a program of student engagement activity and identify strategic and business development opportunities partnering with relevant industries, professions or institutions at the local and international levels.

At QUT, we recognise and celebrate diverse career paths and personal circumstances that contribute to each applicant's unique journey. We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if you feel that you may not meet every individual selection criterion.

Life at QUT

Our culture is vibrant, inspiring and challenging. It's a world where like-minds come together with a commitment to making a real world difference. Beyond personal and professional fulfilment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on campus and off campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• 17% super to help you retire in style.
• Support for primary carers with 26 weeks paid parental leave (incl. 17% super).
• Take advantage of our Salary Packaging Scheme, stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs, workshops, and certifications including our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—its celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

The Insight Group are assisting QUT with the appointment of this position. For a confidential discussion, we recommend reaching out to Dr Rohan Carr or Ms Emily Witts to receive a copy of the candidate prospectus and to discuss your application.

Website: QUT Careers

Phone: +61 3 9654 3288

Email: applications@insightgroup.com.au