Visionary Leader in Translational Medicine and Public Health

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeResearch Full time $200,000 - $250,000

Job Overview

This leadership role represents a unique opportunity to shape academic and clinical research agendas at scale. As Dean of Translational Medicine and Public Health, you will provide visionary leadership to a large and influential sub-faculty.

You will define and deliver the strategic direction of research, education, and engagement, fostering excellence in teaching, scholarship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. You will play a pivotal role in cultivating partnerships with government, industry, and the broader health sector to expand the sub-faculty's reach and impact.

As Director of Research, you will oversee the health service's research strategy, ensuring robust governance, research integrity, and innovation across the Alfred Research Alliance. You will advise on research priorities, manage compliance and ethics frameworks, and facilitate collaborations that maximise clinical and translational research outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Dean of Translational Medicine and Public Health:

  • Provide strategic leadership, ensuring alignment with our institution's strategic plan.
  • Lead and inspire a diverse community of academics, students, and professional staff.
  • Drive growth in student enrolments, research funding, and industry engagement.
  • Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and psychologically safe culture.
  • Cultivate national and international partnerships that expand our reputation and impact.
  • Ensure operational effectiveness.

Director of Research:

  • Lead the strategic and operational delivery of our research agenda.
  • Oversee governance, research contracts, ethics, compliance, and intellectual property.
  • Foster clinical and translational research collaborations across the Alfred Research Alliance.
  • Identify emerging opportunities for innovation, capability building, and funding.
  • Support and mentor researchers, particularly early- and mid-career leaders.
  • Represent us on senior committees and in external forums to influence health research priorities.

About You

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

  • A medical specialist qualification in a relevant area.
  • PhD or equivalent research doctorate in a relevant health or medical discipline.
  • Fellowship of a recognised medical college and registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA without conditions.
  • Senior academic standing with an outstanding record of research and teaching.

Key Competencies:

  • Internationally recognised research achievements, with a strong track record in competitive grant funding and high-impact publications.
  • Strategic and financial acumen, with the ability to lead complex organisations.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Deep understanding of research governance, ethics, intellectual property, and clinical-academic partnerships.
  • Demonstrated commitment to health equity, innovation, and transformative leadership.

What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a chance to make a meaningful contribution to our institution's mission.

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