Associate Dean

Medical Education Unit
- A unique opportunity to influence UWA Medical School’s teaching and research programs and global strategic priorities
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for three years
- Level D, Base salary range: $158,906 - $174,822 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

**About the team**

The UWA Medical School is the largest and longest established medical school in Western Australia. It delivers a 4-year post-graduate MD course to local, national and international students. The School also has substantial and successful research programs across the spectrum of health and medical research.

The Medical Education Unit is an educational support unit on all matters related to curriculum development including (learning, teaching, assessment and evaluation) within the Medical School.

**About the opportunity**

As an Associate Dean you will provide key leadership for the Medical School’s global footprint. You will provide direction and oversight on international medical education including student well-being and progression, international partnerships, and procedures around academic and student recruitment, scholarships, awards and alumni.

You will also main and develop collaborative relationships with global partners and contribute to the development and review of the School’s strategic, academic and operational priorities as a member of the School Board and Executive team.

In addition, you will work collaboratively with academic staff on research and innovative projects to grow international teaching and learning.

**About you**

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

- A post-graduate degree in health and medical sciences and substantial experience in global leadership.
- Experience in international medical education including a proven track record in demonstrating excellence in international student recruitment, support, teaching and learning.
- Experience with the design and implementation of global partnerships and innovative projects, including developing memoranda of understandings, maintaining partnership agreements and accreditation.
- Experience with medical education research, including the development of innovative projects and funding proposals, publications and communication of outcomes.
- Excellent, effective organisational, communication and negotiation skills with multiple diverse stakeholders
- Significant personal contribution and commitment to high quality global leadership and teaching at all levels.

This role will involve substantial Australian and international travel.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: Associate Dean (Global) 514951.pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria

**Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 13 July 2023**

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

**Our commitment to inclusion and diversity**

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
- We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
- We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
- We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.