University of Melbourne

Job reference: BMH-029997 Salary: Competitive Faculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine Health Location: Grafton Street Employment type: Permanent Division/Team: Faculty Office - BMH - Administration Hours Per Week: 0.8 FTE Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 25/05/2026 Contract Duration: Honorary School/Directorate: Faculty Office - Biology, Medicine and Health The University of Manchester is seeking an exceptional academic leader to serve as Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students within the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. This is a strategically critical leadership role, central to delivering the University’s Manchester 2035 vision and shaping a world-leading student experience at scale. The Role As a member of the University’s extended leadership team and Faculty leadership team, you will provide strategic and academic leadership for Teaching, Learning and Students across a large and complex faculty. You will: Lead the development and delivery of a forward-looking Teaching, Learning and Students strategy aligned to Manchester 2035 Shape a demand-led, interdisciplinary portfolio informed by research-led curricula and digitally enabled pedagogy Work in partnership with students, academic leaders and Professional Services to deliver an outstanding and inclusive student experience Drive innovation in curriculum design and pedagogical practice, including the use of emerging technologies Lead portfolio review, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all programmes Oversee key aspects of student experience, including appeals, complaints and fitness to practise Build strong partnerships with healthcare providers, industry and global education organisations This role requires a leader who combines academic credibility with strategic vision and a commitment to educational excellence. The Person You will bring: A strong academic reputation with a track record in teaching, learning and educational innovation Significant senior leadership experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments A clear strategic vision for higher education, including digital and pedagogical innovation Experience of portfolio development, curriculum reform and market-informed decision making Strong understanding of the UK higher education and health education landscape A commitment to partnership with students and enhancing the student experience Experience of building partnerships with healthcare systems, industry and global education providers A commitment to inclusive leadership and organisational development Why Join Us This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of education within one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities — driving innovation, delivering impact and preparing future generations of professionals and leaders. What will you get in return: Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to people.talent@manchester.ac.uk Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Name: Lewis Burne Email: talent.attraction@manchester.ac.uk General enquiries: Email: recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date. Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Executive Dean – Tertiary Education Platform Location: Myanmar Reporting to: Group Leadership Committee About the Role Asia Strategic Holdings is seeking an experienced Executive Dean to lead and expand its tertiary education platform, anchored by Auston. This role combines academic leadership with commercial and strategic oversight, and responsibility for shaping a scalable, internationally credible institution aligned with industry needs. The Executive Dean will define the long-term direction of the platform, strengthen academic and partner ecosystems, and drive expansion across Myanmar and Southeast Asia. An established leadership team is in place to manage day-to-day academic and operational delivery. The role will focus on strategy, growth, and institutional development, ensuring the organisation is positioned for sustainable scale. About Auston Auston is a leading provider of tertiary education in Myanmar, specializing in Engineering and IT. Partnering with global universities (University of Wolverhampton, University College Birmingham) and educational institutions (Pearson, Wall Street English), we offer Pre-Foundation, Diploma and Bachelor degree programmes that blend world-class learning with industry-ready skills and strong international pathways. With campuses in Yangon and Mandalay, Auston empowers over 1,000 students to excel today and shape the future of tomorrow.  Key Responsibilities 1. Institutional Strategy & Growth Define and execute the long-term strategy for Asia Strategic’s tertiary education platform in Myanmar, with a view to regional expansion Identify and evaluate opportunities for growth, including new programs, campuses, delivery models, and AI enablement Develop scalable academic and operating models to support sustainable expansion Support the development of applied research and industry-linked academic initiatives 2. Academic Leadership & Partnerships Oversee the academic framework, ensuring clear progression pathways and alignment with international standards Lead the development of accreditation pathways and ensure alignment with international best-in-class academic standards Establish and manage partnerships with universities and education providers globally Ensure appropriate academic governance and quality assurance structures are in place Represent the institution in academic and external forums 3. Value Proposition & Commercial Oversight Refine the institution’s value proposition, with a strong focus on employability and student outcomes Oversee program portfolio, pricing strategy, and target market segments Oversee and ensure delivery of student recruitment and marketing strategy in collaboration with Group Shared Services 4. External Relations & Regulatory Engagement Build and maintain relationships with regulators, accreditation bodies, employers, and relevant stakeholders Ensure compliance with local and international requirements for transnational education Develop partnerships with industry to strengthen graduate employability and institutional relevance 5. Organizational Leadership & Governance Lead and develop a high-potential local leadership team, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and performance standards Implement governance, reporting, and performance management frameworks Ensure the organisation has the capabilities, systems, and talent required to deliver tis services and support growth Candidate Profile Experience 15+ years of leadership experience in higher education, transnational education, or a related sector; STEM experience is an advantage Proven track record in building, scaling, or transforming education institutions or platforms Experience working with international academic partners and multi-stakeholder environments Exposure to emerging markets; Southeast Asia experience is an advantage Capabilities Strong strategic and commercial acumen, with the ability to align academic offerings to market demand Deep understanding of academic structures, governance, and quality assurance Ability to operate effectively at senior leadership level, engaging with Board and external stakeholders Strong leadership and organisational development capability Personal Attributes High level of ownership and accountability Ability to operate effectively in complex, evolving and volatile environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Balanced approach to academic integrity and commercial outcomes Notes While this description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role, the scope may evolve in line with the organisation’s growth and strategic priorities.

The Faculty of Law at the University of Helsinki is seeking undergraduate students to work as research assistants in Helsinki and as teaching assistants in Helsinki and Vaasa for the academic year 2026–2027. The work will be compensated at an hourly rate of €15.70/hour. Working hours are 0–15 h/week; in Helsinki, 0-60 h/month. The responsibilities of research assistants include assisting researchers with various research-related tasks, such as information retrieval, data collection, proofreading, and technical formatting of footnotes and similar materials. The work requires good IT and communication technology skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of Finnish and Swedish is considered an advantage. The responsibilities of teaching assistants include various support tasks related to teaching, including the use of the Moodle learning environment and assisting staff with the system. Additionally, the work involves carrying out practical arrangements related to courses (e.g., grouping students and communicating course-related matters to students) as well as tasks related to recording teaching and other practical implementations of teaching. The tasks also include duties related to bilingualism and the use of both domestic languages, so we value fluency in Swedish. The work also requires good IT and communication technology skills and excellent interpersonal skills. For more information about the research assistants' roles, please contact the Vice Dean for Research Sakari Melander (sakari.melander@helsinki.fi); for teaching assistants in Helsinki, contact the Vice Dean for Teaching Laura Ervo (laura.ervo@helsinki.fi), and in Vaasa Marja-Riitta Hakala (marja-riitta.hakala@helsinki.fi). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Short, free-form applications and CVs, no longer than one page, are requested to be submitted as a single PDF attachment via the university’s recruitment portal. The application period ends on May 5, 2026.