Head of School, Population Health – UNSW Faculty of Medicine & Health

OverviewHead of School, Population Health – UNSW Faculty of Medicine and Health. This is a Full-time (35 hours per week) Professor (Level E) appointment based at the Health Translation Hub, UNSW Kensington, Sydney. The Head of School appointment is for 5 years initially, plus continuation as substantive Professor of Population Health. Remuneration is an attractive industry salary package (TFR from $322,691 - $348,855). Relocation and visa sponsorship offered if required.

ResponsibilitiesThis senior academic leadership role will have overall responsibility for the strategic and operational leadership of the School of Population Health. The role supports the Faculty Dean through creative leadership in the development and implementation of innovative teaching and learning offerings and research programs within the School and across the Faculty, the effective alignment and integration of the School’s teaching and research across the broader faculty and its partners, and the effective management of teaching and research quality and impact within the School aligned to the Faculty and UNSW strategic objectives.

Reports to the Faculty Dean, Professor Cheryl Jones, and has all Academic staff and the School Manager as direct reports.

Qualifications and Key Skills

A PhD in a relevant discipline area and an outstanding record in research in a relevant discipline as shown by attraction of research funding, publications, markers of esteem and evidence of impactful research translation

A record of outstanding achievement, and leadership in a managerial role in a university, health system or professional setting.

A distinguished record of academic excellence in contributions to teaching and learning with an outstanding contribution to teaching, at undergraduate and / or postgraduate levels.

Highly desirable to have a track record of innovation in education and development of new programs.

Successful interaction with relevant key stakeholders in the field, including national and international professional organisations, government

Demonstrated capacity for leading conduct of research; delivery of education; and or the health/public health system and evidence of successful management of change and/or evidence of involvement in broader health system management.

Full details can be found in the position description.

Benefits

17% Superannuation and leave loading

Flexible working

Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period

Access to lifelong learning and career development

Progressive HR practices

How To ApplyPlease click on Apply now to make an application. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

EnquiriesMerita O’Connell, Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: merita.oconnell@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: Tuesday 30th September before 11.30pm, Sydney time.

Equity, Diversity and InclusionUNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people from 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.

Seniorities and Type

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training

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