• Three years, fixed term on a full-time basis. Option of a two year extension by mutual agreement. The successful candidate will also be offered a professorial appointment in an appropriate discipline in the school and will retain that position at the conclusion of their headship.
• Drive the School of Computer Science's academic teaching, learning, and research outcomes in alignment with Faculty of Engineering's strategic goals.
• An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications will be offered.

About the opportunity

The Head of School is a key leader within the Faculty Leadership, responsible for steering the school's leadership team and for setting, communicating and achieving faculty strategy and goals at school level. The Head of School plays a crucial role in aligning school objectives with university policies and standards while fostering a positive cultural environment and full adherence to the University's values of trust, accountability and excellence.

Key responsibilities include ensuring highest quality in teaching and research outcomes, maintaining accreditation standards, enhancing the student experience, and meeting financial targets. The Head of School has formal financial and people management delegations, ensuring effective decision-making to maintain financial sustainability. The Head of School leads the recruitment, appointment, development and retention of talented staff, while promoting the school's, faculty's and university's reputation for excellence and its national and international academic standing. The Head of School is also responsible for risk management and compliance with workplace health and safety standards.

The Head of School demonstrates and promotes the values of the University in relation to its people and culture.

About you

We are seeking a candidate with a wide network of established relationships across key academic, industry, and professional institutions, as well as a deep understanding of the higher education sector and its strategic challenges. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in financial and operational management, along with the skills to lead and support a wide range of academic initiatives, from curriculum design and delivery to advanced research. A strong background in people leadership and talent development within higher education is essential for success in this role.

PhD qualifications and a highly recognised international academic and professional standing in a relevant academic field are required.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

About us

The University of Sydney is Australia's first university with an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Since our inception 175 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all, and that effective leadership in education and research makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 70,000 students.

We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us.

The School of Computer Science is strongly positioned within Australia and worldwide. It is research intensive, with a strong synergy between research and teaching. The School maintains a strong tradition of research-led teaching matched by a commitment to excellence in innovation. To learn more about the School of Computer Science click here.

The University of Sydney is recognised as one of the top research and teaching universities in the world. We are a globally ranked university, ranked 18th in QS University World Rankings 2025, 1st for sustainability in Australia.sustainability in Australia.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, John Flynn on john.flynn2@sydney.edu.au or 0481 564 562.

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