Western University of Health Sciences

Campus Location: North Sydney, Australia | Melbourne, Australia Job No: APTAV101331#068 Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a values led public university with seven campuses across Australia, a campus in Rome, and a fast-growing virtual presence. The university is committed to advancing human dignity and the common good through education, research and service. With a strong national profile, ACU combines academic quality with a deep social purpose, reflected in sector leading student outcomes and an ongoing commitment to access, equity and community engagement ACU is seeking to appoint a Deputy Provost to provide senior leadership across the university’s academic portfolio, driving performance, alignment and continuous improvement. The Opportunity: Reporting to the Provost, the Deputy Provost plays a central role in the day-to-day leadership and operational performance of the academic enterprise. The role spans all faculties and academic disciplines and is focused on ensuring the effective delivery of ACU’s academic strategy in a complex and evolving sector environment. The role includes oversight of key strategic initiatives, including the establishment of new areas, and is a hands on leadership position requiring strong operational oversight, sound judgement, and the ability to lead through influence. The Deputy Provost will work closely with Executive Deans and Heads of School to strengthen academic performance, support workforce planning, and embed a contemporary academic model that integrates teaching and research expectations. While the role includes oversight of key strategic initiatives, including the establishment of new areas, its core focus is on ensuring consistency, rigour and excellence across the existing academic portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Provide senior leadership across academic operations and performance Lead and oversee academic promotions processes, including driving enhancements to policy, rigour and outcomes Partner with Executive Deans to support workforce planning, workload allocation, and performance management Strengthen alignment and collaboration across faculties, fostering a collegiate and high-performing academic culture Contribute to the ongoing evolution of ACU’s academic model, including expectations across education and research Contribute to the success of research institutes and centres located in the faculties Support key institutional priorities including digital transformation, online delivery, and system uplift initiatives Lead and support targeted strategic initiatives Contribute to broader organisational priorities, including revenue diversification and academic innovation. The Successful Candidate: ACU is seeking a credible and pragmatic academic leader with a strong track record of delivering outcomes in complex university environments. You will bring: Demonstrated experience in academic line leadership, including managing performance, workload allocation and career conversations A strong understanding of academic operations, including promotions, workforce planning and faculty performance The ability to lead through influence, building trust and alignment across senior academic stakeholders A collegiate and adaptive leadership style, with the capacity to work effectively across diverse portfolios A sound understanding of the research landscape, including performance expectations and emerging practices A practical, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to operate effectively in environments with varying levels of system maturity An innovative and forward-looking approach to academic leadership and organisational improvement Alignment with ACU’s mission, values, and commitment to social impact. The Environment: ACU offers a distinctive environment for academic leaders motivated by purpose. The university is recognised for its commitment to community engagement, including programs supporting underrepresented communities.  The institution is undergoing a period of significant investment and transformation, including major digital uplift and the continued evolution of its academic and operational frameworks. The Deputy Provost will work with a highly capable professional services team and contribute to a collaborative senior leadership environment. Why Join ACU? This is an opportunity to: Play a central role in shaping academic performance and culture across a national university Influence key institutional processes, including promotions, workforce strategy and academic model evolution Contribute to a values-driven organisation with tangible societal impact Work closely with a supportive and collaborative Provost in a high-trust leadership environment How to Apply: ACU welcomes applications from Australian and international candidates. To request a copy of the candidate information package or to have an initial conversation, please contact: Dr Courtenay Atwell, Korn Ferry; Email: acudeputyprovost@kornferry.com Applications should include a brief cover letter and curriculum vitae and are to be submitted by midnight on Monday 22 June 2026 to: acudeputyprovost@kornferry.com ACU is not accepting applications through this recruitment portal.

About Us The Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) is a research-intensive school with a world-leading
reputation in photonics and optoelectronics. Founded in 1989, we are the largest academic photonics research centre in the UK and one of the world’s leading photonics centres. The impact of our research is evident in multiple sectors, including telecommunications, manufacturing and engineering. Our research is facilitated by our state-of-the-art Zepler Cleanrooms. The role  The Zepler Cleanrooms at the University of Southampton are divided into ten facilities to address different areas of technology supporting optical and electronics research and enterprise. This role will report into the Electron Beam Lithography (EBL) facility. Key responsibilities include: Providing specialist advice to Research and Enterprise customers of Electron Beam Lithography tools Engaging with the vendors and other research institutes to develop and improve exposure techniques. Maintaining standard operating procedures for Electron Beam Lithography tools Ensuring laboratory health and safety measures are followed Training users in lithography techniques Delivering EBL services to customers About you You will have excellent technical and communication skills, and eager to rapidly grow your knowledge, cultivate high-impact and valuable skills on the forefront of advanced lithography technology. With the growth in these skills, you are expected to evolve into working independently on highly sophisticated Electron Beam Lithography tools. You will need to demonstrate the ability to self-organize and schedule work to align with the larger goals for the facility. You are expected to work as part of a cohesive team and contribute to the acquisition and dissemination of high-quality research and enterprise activities.  What we can offer you As a University we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

Employment Type: Part-time (approx. 0.6 FTE), Full - time (35 hours a week) also considered Level: Associate Professor – Professor (Level D-E) Duration: Associate Dean/Head appointment will be 3 years, plus a continuing substantive appointment Remuneration: Competitive salary (level D or E depending on experience) plus 17% superannuation, leave loading and other loadings as applicable). Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position. Location: preference for this role to be based on site at one of our major rural campuses (Wagga Wagga or Port Macquarie). The incumbent will be required to travel regularly to all our rural campuses and occasionally to our metropolitan campuses. UNSW Rural Clinical Campuses UNSW Rural Clinical Campuses brings world-class medical education to rural and regional Australia, delivering the full 6-year medical course at our rural campuses across several locations. Face-to-face teaching is critical to rural program delivery as students build strong relationships with and benefit from more personal interaction with clinicians and other academics and become a part of the local medical community. UNSW’s program has strongly supported the aims of the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training (RHMT) program for over 25-years, delivering excellence in rural medical education and student experience. UNSW rural clinical campuses are located on the unceded territory of the Wiradjuri (Albury, Wagga Wagga & Griffith), Birpai (Port Macquarie), Gumbaynggirr (Coffs Harbour) peoples. The Opportunity This unique leadership role will be responsible for providing senior academic and clinical leadership across the Rural Clinical Campuses (RCC) within the School of Clinical Medicine, providing strategic advice to the Faculty and University regarding Rural Health matters. The role focuses on delivering excellence and leadership with oversight of operations, stewardship and support of staff, medical education and research, ensuring operational optimisation, quality and developing strong relationships across rural campuses. The role supports the effective integration of clinical practice, education, research and innovation within the rural environment, and contributes to the University’s objectives in addressing health needs in rural and regional communities. The Head will have an informed understanding of the complexities, opportunities and partnerships within rural health systems, including Local Health Districts, hospitals and diverse clinical settings. The role works collaboratively with the Manager, Rural, RCC Directors of Medical Education (DoMEs) and other senior clinical / academic and professional staff at rural campuses, Local Health District executives and clinicians, community partners, School and Faculty leadership to support the effective delivery of rural medical education and healthcare research, staff capability and student experience. Please see our faulty brochure which contain more information about the role and its origins – Associate Dean Rural and Head of Rural Clinical Campuses brochure Key skills and experience required: Level D Medical qualification with current AHPRA accreditation, a higher degree or equivalent professional standing in a relevant discipline, with credibility in medical education and/or rural health and /or research. Clinically active in the rural healthcare environment, with an understanding and appreciation of the values and roles of a major university operating in a rural context and a strong understanding of rural and regional health systems particularly within Local Health Districts, hospitals and other clinical environments including community-based healthcare. Demonstrated appropriate leadership experience in clinical, academic and professional settings. Ability to work effectively and collegially with Campus DoME’s, School and Faculty leadership, health partners, students, staff and external stakeholders. Capacity to provide values-driven leadership focused on continuity, support and delivery during a transition period. The ability to manage budgets effectively and according to school and faculty strategic priorities. Level E (in addition to the above) An established profile as a senior academic and clinical leader with sustained impact across education, research and health systems, including leadership at School, Faculty or University level. Demonstrated experience providing strategic academic leadership at School, Faculty or equivalent level, including accountability for setting direction, resolving complex issues and balancing competing academic, clinical and partner priorities. Demonstrated experience overseeing significant and complex budgets, including responsibility for strategic resource allocation, financial sustainability and stewardship aligned with institutional priorities. Established capability to lead and develop senior academic and professional leaders, including succession planning, leadership development and fostering high-performance culture at scale. Highly developed communication, negotiation and influence skills, with the ability to operate confidently in diverse environments. Full details can be found in the position description. UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:  Flexible Working arrangements (work from home, flexible hours)  Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidays Career development opportunities  Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice. Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport) How to apply: Please click THIS LINK to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate cover letter addressing the key skills and experience for the role listed in the Position Description. Pre-Employment Checks Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks: Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation National and International Criminal history checks Entitlement to work and ID checks Working With Children Checks Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration Verification of relevant qualifications Verification of relevant professional membership Employment history and reference checks Financial responsibility assessments/checks Medical Checks and Assessments Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW. Enquiries: Merita O'Connell, Talent Acquisition Partner E: merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au Professor Adrienne Torda, Head of School, Clinical Medicine E: a.torda@unsw.edu.au Applications close: Sunday 5th July before 11.30pm Sydney time. UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.