Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic

24 hours ago

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia University of Tasmania Full time

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and pay respect to Elders past and present.

Overview
  • Pivotal leadership role supporting student and staff success
  • Opportunity to play a central role to support the University's purpose driven mission
  • Chance to shape the next era of academic practice and culture
About The Portfolio

The University of Tasmania is entering a pivotal phase of growth and renewal, guided by its refreshed Strategic Plan. This plan positions the University as a key enabler of Tasmania's transition across education, health, productivity, climate resilience, and cultural identity by 2025. Central to this vision is the Academic Division, which plays a vital role in shaping pedagogy, academic leadership, and scholarly life across all campuses.

The Opportunity

This position is a unique opportunity for an exceptional leader to oversee the ongoing evolution of the Academic Division and the University's Academic System. Leading a diverse and dynamic collection of portfolios, this role will promote innovation in academic development and work collaboratively to build strong regional and national partnerships. This is a pivotal role working to enhance student success, embed Indigenous perspectives, and cultivate a high-performing academic culture that helps us realise our bold aspirations for the way in which the education, health, productivity, and climate agenda of Tasmania can enhance the life of Tasmanians and the world.

The role is an opportunity to work collaboratively and purposefully, facilitate connection across academic and professional units and contribute to whole of University strategic and executive decision making.

What's Required
  • Demonstrated high-level (Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Executive Dean, Pro Vice-Chancellor or equivalent role) academic leadership skills in learning and teaching and capacity to foster academic excellence.
  • Proven superior organisational and administrative skills including strategic and operational planning, policy development and effective implementation of change and continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated record of success in fostering partnerships and collaborative arrangements with governments, other universities, business and industry and leveraging these to benefit the University
  • Demonstrated comprehensive experience in leading the development of contemporary pedagogical practices and distinctive student experiences.
What's on Offer?

This is a full-time position based in Tasmania in either Hobart, Launceston or Burnie. In return for your experience, you'll have access to an array of staff benefits and discounts including:

  • 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
  • 17% Superannuation contribution
  • Health and fitness membership options
  • Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
  • Health Insurance and Banking
  • Novated Leasing
How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.

  • Please provide your up-to-date resume
  • A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role
  • Address the selection criteria by outlining how your skills and experience align to role specific skills, knowledge and experience in the Position Description
  • For further information about this position, please contact TalentTeam@utas.edu.au
  • Applications for this role will close 11:55pm Sunday 14th September 2025.
  • Interviews will be taking place on Friday 26th September 2025.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.


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