Education Lead

Role type: Fulltime; Continuing 
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences 
Department/ School: Centre for Digital Transformation of Health 
Salary: Level D - $183,859 - $202,556 p.a. (pro rata for part time) plus 17% super   .

Please note: Compensation rates will be updated as of November 1, 2025.

• Shape national digital health education / Drive healthcare innovation / Lead award-winning team 

• Apply now to lead cutting-edge digital health education and influence the future of healthcare in Australia 

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  

The University of Melbourne  
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. 

Your next career opportunity  

As the Education Lead at the Centre for Digital Transformation of Health, you'll spearhead the development of innovative education programs that are shaping the future of healthcare. You'll lead a nationally recognised team, driving strategies that influence government policy and professional standards in digital health. This role offers you the chance to collaborate with industry leaders, develop revenue-generating programs, and make a lasting impact on healthcare workforce capabilities across Australia.  

Your responsibilities will include:  

• Strategic Leadership: Shape national strategies for healthcare workforce capability building in data and digital health, influencing policy and professional standards. 

• Program Development: Lead the end-to-end development of innovative education and professional development offerings that meet sector needs and generate revenue. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Convene and lead industry advisory boards, fostering collaborations with healthcare organisations, clinical colleges, and government agencies. 

• Team Management: Lead and develop the Education and Workforce Development team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, award-winning programs. 

You may be a great fit if:  

You are a visionary education leader with a proven track record in developing successful professional development programs, possessing a deep understanding of the healthcare sector and the ability to translate industry needs into innovative learning solutions. 

You may also:  

• Have an appropriate tertiary qualification, with a PhD in a relevant discipline being highly desirable. 

• Possess significant experience in education development and adult learning principles. 

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the healthcare sector and digital health landscape. 

• Have a proven track record in developing successful business models for professional development. 

• Show experience in leading complex, high-impact education initiatives of national significance. 

• Exhibit excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels. 

• Be recognised as a sector leader in professional and workforce development.  

For further information please refer to the attached PD.  

What we offer you  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:  

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being  

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance  

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance  

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program  

For more information check out our benefits page  

Your new team – Centre for Digital Transformation of Health 
The Centre for Digital Transformation of Health is a cross-disciplinary centre that sits in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, and the School of Computing and Information Systems.  

With a vision of connected healthcare, the Centre aims to address a critical gap in the translation of digital health research, which is clearly needed if the healthcare system is to benefit from research-led advances in digital health. The Centre aims to significantly grow the field of digital health research at the University of Melbourne through creating the right environment for the type of inter-disciplinary, collaborative research that correlates with research excellence and impact to flourish. Through bringing together researchers, educators, healthcare and digital health professionals, patients and the public, the focus on translation of digital health innovations into clinical practice will enable a future where the healthcare system is transformed through digital health innovation. 

The Centre's strategy is underpinned by connecting the strengths in health and medical research in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, to the strengths in informatics, computing and data science in the School of Computing and Information Systems and across the University to create a collaborative, inter-disciplinary ecosystem that supports translation to real-world research impact in the healthcare system. Its three strategic pillars are focussed on better use of health data, integrating digital health innovations into the healthcare system and upskilling the healthcare workforce.  

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. 

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on or at hr- (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. 

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.  

    
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied- for further information and support.   

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. 
 

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. 

 
Join Us and unlock your career potential  
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:  

• Resume  

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience  

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)  

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. 

For recruitment queries, email Vanessa Phan hr- Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. 

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. 

Applications close: ​15 November at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.  

Position Description: JR Education