National Head of School

1 day ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The University of Notre Dame Australia Full time $200,000 - $250,000 per year

National Head of School (Health Sciences)
Full time, Continuing role (Professor, Level E) with 3 Year Leadership Opportunity

Sydney or Fremantle Campus

  • National leadership of a top-tier school 
  • Drive innovation in teaching, research & clinical impact
  • Level E salary + Leadership allowance + superannuation
About the university

The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.

About the office/school

Join the University's largest Faculty (Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery and Health Sciences) and one of Australia's premier providers of Health Sciences education.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly regarded and well-established School into its next phase of growth, innovation, and strategic influence — driving excellence in education, research, and engagement that will shape the healthcare workforce of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead academic strategy and operations across Fremantle and Sydney

campuses

  • Drive innovation in teaching, research, and clinical education
  • Strengthen the School's research profile through strategic leadership and capacity building
  • Provide effective leadership and management of Academic and Professional staff, fostering professional development  
  • Oversee accreditation and uphold rigorous academic quality standards
  • Grow external partnerships with healthcare, industry, and professional

bodies

  • Promote staff development and facilitate research engagement and output
  • Working in close partnership with the Executive Dean and senior leadership, you will align the school's vision with Notre Dame's mission, strategic goals, and Catholic identity.
Qualifications, skills & experience
  • Level E Professor with a doctorate in a Health Science related degree (eg Biomedical Science, Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Science), or an equivalent accreditation and standing appropriate to the discipline, and a strong track record of research, service and engagement.
  • Current registration with AHPRA (where applicable) with no notations and/or restrictions
  • Expert Knowledge of healthcare industry regulations, accreditation processes and clinical placement best practices
  • Demonstrated understanding of setting budgets and the ability to manage operations within the set budget.
  • Proven leadership experience in higher education, including staff and

program development

  • A sustained record of excellence in teaching and research
  • Demonstrated experience in managing professional accreditation

processes

  • Strategic acumen and a collaborative, mission-aligned leadership style
Benefits
  • Strong clinical partnerships with major hospital and health networks
  • Rewarding opportunity
  • Work with a strong Faculty leadership team
How to apply

Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications closing date: 6 November 2025

For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.      

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.

Contact us

Please direct your queries regarding this role to

Prof. William Gibson – Deputy Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery and Health Sciences, or,

Talent Acquisition - Janette Tam,

Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.

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