Dean and Head of Curtin Medical School

$215,589 (ALE) + Head of School Allowance + 17% superannuation
- Full time, 5 Year Appointment
- Exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal leadership role and shape the future

**Job Reference: 735137**

**Your new role**

Step into a pivotal leadership position where you will guide Curtin Medical School through its next exciting chapter. As Dean and Head, your mission will be to elevate the School’s reputation by championing collaborative excellence in teaching, cutting-edge research, and meaningful community engagement. You will work with the Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty, leading a passionate team of academics and professionals while effectively managing resources to align with the University’s strategic vision.

Curtin Medical School (CMS) is a vibrant hub encompassing diverse disciplines including Medicine, Laboratory Medicine, Pharmacy, Biomedical Science, and Medical Radiation Science. As part of the Faculty of Health Sciences, we proudly collaborate with two renowned research institutes: the Curtin Health Innovation Research Institute (CHIRI) and the enAble Institute for Health Science. Our dedicated facility on the Bentley campus features excellent clinical teaching and simulation resources designed to foster innovative learning.

Our mission—“To improve health in society through excellence and innovation in teaching, research, and engagement with the university and global medical and bioscience communities”—drives a broad spectrum of impactful research across laboratory, clinical, and community settings. We offer a suite of eight undergraduate courses and a variety of Higher Degrees by Research in multiple disciplines, providing a robust foundation for the next generation of health professionals.

**As our Dean, you will**
- **Champion Academic Excellence**: Elevate Curtin Medical School by setting bold goals in teaching, research, and community engagement. Inspire a culture of collaboration and innovation that drives exceptional outcomes across the School and University.
- **Steer Governance and Strategy**: Craft and execute visionary operational plans that align with Faculty and University ambitions. Lead with clarity, ensuring transparent governance and effective communication within the School and across the University.
- **Inspire and Develop Talent**: Create a dynamic and inclusive work environment where staff thrive and excel. Lead a diverse team with a focus on growth and innovation, and instil the University’s core values in every aspect of the School’s culture.
- **Drive Financial and Resource Stewardship**: Oversee financial planning and budgeting to maximise resource efficiency.
- **Forge External Connections**: Build and nurture influential relationships with government, industry leaders, and professional organisations worldwide. Boost the School’s profile and impact by strengthening ties with employers and alumni.
- **Advance Equity and Indigenous Health**: Lead transformative initiatives that embed gender equity and Indigenous health perspectives into curriculum and research. Develop strategies to support Indigenous students and drive impactful research on Indigenous health issues.

**We are looking for**:

- **Dynamic Leadership**: Proven ability to inspire and lead teams toward a shared vision, while upholding and promoting values of respect, integrity, courage, and excellence.
- **Strategic Insight**: Expertise in translating University goals into actionable plans, with a keen understanding of both internal and external environments.
- **Commitment to Equity and Diversity**: Strong track record in advancing equity and diversity, particularly in gender equity and Indigenous health.
- **Exceptional Communication**: Skilled in clear and effective communication, negotiation, and conflict management, with well-established networks internally and externally.
- **People Management**: Experience in building and nurturing high-performing teams, fostering a positive culture, and achieving outstanding results.
- **Credible Reputation**: Recognised standing in academia and industry, with a reputation for excellence and impact.
- **Excellence and Innovation**:Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation in teaching and research.
- **Global Vision**: Ability to enhance Curtin’s international profile, positioning the School as a global leader in education and research.
- **Industry Engagement**: Proven skill in forging industry partnerships and integrating industry perspectives into educational programs and research.

**Why Choose Curtin?**

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare, medical cen