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Provide senior leadership for Biomedical Engineering within the School of Engineering Full-time, 3-year fixed-term Head of Department & Associate Dean role, with an underlying continuing Level E Professorial position Academic Level E salary ($227,847 p.a.) + leadership allowance + 17% superannuation Based at Melbourne City campus, with possible work across other University campuses About the Role The Head of Department and Associate Dean, Biomedical Engineering will provide strategic and scholarly leadership across the Department's research, learning and teaching, people leadership, and operational priorities. As a member of the School Executive, the Head will work closely with the Dean and senior leaders to deliver the School's strategic plans at Department level, strengthen the staff experience, and build a high-performing academic community. With greater autonomy and local decision-making moving to Departments, this role will play a key part in identifying investment priorities, driving innovation in teaching and research, managing risk, and delivering against agreed KPIs. Established in April 2024, the Biomedical Engineering Department is a growing and strategically important area for RMIT. The School is seeking a leader who can develop and deliver a bold vision for the discipline, deepen collaboration with the School of Health and Biosciences, and expand partnerships in advanced manufacturing and materials science. Supported by investment from the School and STEM College, this is an opportunity to shape the next stage of Biomedical Engineering at RMIT. To be successful in this position, you'll have: Strong academic leadership and management skills with demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver on strategic objectives. Established research record in biomedical engineering at the national level and an internationally recognised research track record through the attraction of external funding with demonstrated capacity to lead and promote excellence in research. Proven record of teaching experience, with an understanding of contemporary learning and teaching priorities and a demonstrated ability to lead improvement of academic standards, including implementing best practice teaching strategies and dissemination of innovative practices Strong knowledge and understanding of industry priorities. Evidence of demonstrated strategic leadership in a large organisational unit or University-wide initiative and effective membership of a management team that developed and achieved shared goals and objectives. Demonstrated experience in financial, governance and quality management systems within a University. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment. Please view the position descriptions for further selection criteria. Qualifications: Mandatory: PhD in relevant field combined with knowledge and achievements that meet the professorial criteria Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. The School of Engineering The School of Engineering is one of the largest Engineering Schools in Australia. It has over 350 staff and 7000 students, including 800 HDR students. The School is committed to driving innovation and collaboration through our industry partnerships. Our industry partners range from small companies to multinational organisations and we work together on translating our research into impact for our partners and the wider community. The School comprises the following Departments: Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Environmental Engineering Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical, Manufacturing and Mechatronics Engineering The School is developing new industry led degrees, where our students learn whilst working for companies, as well as innovation hubs where we will co-locate industry partners, our research teams and our undergraduate students. Over the next three to five years the School of Engineering will support these new strategic plans through investments in new facilities. This will include reimaging our teaching laboratories, where we will use new digital technologies to enhance the student experience, as well as research labs where partnerships with industry will enable us to maintain leading research facilities. RMIT is a global university and the School of Engineering has students and research partners across South East Asia and Europe. This includes two campuses in Vietnam, as well as partnerships in Hong Kong, Singapore and we recently entered into a partnership with the Birla Institute of Technology and Science in India. The School also has a research centre in Barcelona, which provides access to European funding and industry partners. The School will continue to grow our international activities with the aim of becoming a globally connected School that translates technologies and training across continents. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering To Apply Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. Your application should include: A current CV (including a full list of research outputs and publications) A cover letter A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria for the Head of Department and Associate Dean position For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below. For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address. Position Description - Head of Department and Associate Dean, Biomedical Engineering Position Description - Underlying Professor (Level E) Applications close on Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11.59pm. RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University's commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT's safety obligations. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Position Details Full-Time | Fixed Term until February 2029 Higher Education Officer Level 10 | $147,656 - $156,497 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description College of Health and Enablement  At the College of Health and Enablement, we aim to be an innovator in contemporary education producing a safer and more resilient health and social care workforce. Our mission is to improve lives and empower communities, enabling better health and caring in the world through an exceptional student learning experience. At the College, our research mission is about co-creating new knowledge which promotes wellbeing, and better care and support, to individuals and communities across the lifespan. We work proactively with industry partners and professional bodies leading to more employable and innovative graduates.  About the Flinders HealthCare Centre The Flinders HealthCARE Centre (FHC) is a multidisciplinary education, research, and healthcare facility located at the heart of Flinders Village and co-funded by the Australian Government and Flinders University. Scheduled to open in 2029, FHC will support the delivery of approximately 1,300 additional health graduates and up to 10,000 additional episodes of health and community care annually, bringing together education, research, and health and community services to enable new models of care, innovative use of technology, and transformative learning. About the Role The Lead, Health Placement Operations, is responsible for driving the strategic development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the College’s placement partnership portfolio. The incumbent will lead the design and implementation of a comprehensive practice intelligence framework, incorporating data governance, reporting, analytics and dashboards to support evidence-based decision-making and drive the successful activation of the Flinders Healthcare Centre. The role will oversee the development of systems and processes that provide end-to-end visibility of placement activity, enabling effective capacity planning, utilisation monitoring, forecasting and continuous optimisation. The role is also responsible for: Driving cross-functional initiatives to improve operational efficiency, system integration and process standardisation across placement activities. Providing high-level strategic advice, analysis and reporting to senior leadership on placement partnership performance, placement trends, financial sustainability and service impact. Embedding partnership frameworks and governance mechanisms, including agreements, performance measures and risk management processes that support sustainable and mutually beneficial outcomes. Contributing to strategy and leading operations relating to the development, implementation and continuous refinement of a college-wide placement partnership strategy that supports financially sustainable, interprofessional student-led services and placement models. Please refer to the attached position description, for a comprehensive list of role and responsibilities. This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through process optimisation, system integration, standardisation, and performance enhancement About You You are an outcomes-focused leader with a proven track record of driving complex, organisation-wide initiatives that deliver sustainable value. You excel at translating strategic objectives into effective operational models, aligning diverse functions and stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Your experience includes managing and optimising large partnership portfolios, with the ability to assess performance, identify growth opportunities, rationalise existing arrangements, and build high-value collaborations that support long-term organisational success. In this role you will also demonstrate: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships, influence senior stakeholders and negotiate outcomes across organisational and sector boundaries. Proven experience driving large-scale operational improvements, including system integration, process standardisation and performance optimisation in complex environments. High-level understanding of placement ecosystems, capacity planning, utilisation modelling and forecasting, with the ability to implement systems that improve visibility and coordination. Ability to foster a culture of data-informed decision making, collaboration and continuous improvement, and to build capability across teams in placement partnership management and practice intelligence. You will also have completed a postgraduate qualification and extensive relevant project management experience or an equivalent combination of extensive relevant experience and education/training. Life at Flinders They say know your place. We say you've found it right here.  Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next. Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we’ve navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we’ve continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?  17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program  Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice  Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment Flinders University will require a current completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Gender Based Violence Declaration which is satisfactory to the University. The contract of Employment is conditional upon the receipt of these completed compliance checks. A disclosable outcome will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the Position Description Flinders University is committed to providing an environment where staff with disability are valued, supported and encouraged, and are able to, as far as practicably possible, participate fully and independently in the life of the University. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, including being accompanied by an accredited assistance animal with public access rights as per the Disability Policy, please advise the contact the Recruitment Team so that we can make appropriate arrangements through recruitment@flinders.edu.au or call 08 8201 2383. For more information regarding this position, please contact Professor Michelle Miller Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 23 July 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

Job Responsibilities Teach and assess at least 3 courses from the following 4 core subjects: Programming 1(Python) Fundamentals of AI Data Analytics & Machine Learning Deep Learning Develop course materials and curricula aligned with international standards and industry practices in AI, machine learning, and electrical engineering applications. Engage in applied research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Collaborate with industry partners on AI-driven electrical systems, data analytics, predictive maintenance, and intelligent automation projects. Supervise student projects related to AI applications, machine learning models, data-driven engineering, and intelligent electrical systems.   Job Qualifications Master’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Automation, or a closely related field. Strong background in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and programming. Proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks. Practical industry experience in AI, automation, smart systems, or electrical engineering applications is an advantage. Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to high-quality teaching in an international environment. Proficiency in English; knowledge of German and/or Chinese is a plus but not required.   Expected Onboarding Date August 2026 Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary) Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc. 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund Commercial insurance Transitional Apartments Arrangement Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality Paid Holidays Statutory Holidays (13days) Annual Leave (25 days) Paid Sick Leave Paid Marriage Leave Paid Maternity Leave Paid Paternity Leave Parental Leave How to apply Please prepare the following documents: Current English CV(including full publication list) Cover Letter(addressed to the President) 2 Reference Letters Teaching Qualification Documents, Qualifications (if available) Documents certifying the professor’s (if available) Academic Degree Certificates Please import all files into one PDF Please name the PDF as ” Position – Your Name” Please send all files to recruitment@hibiuh.edu.cn