Deputy Dean & Professor/Associate Professor, Health Sciences and Medicine

About the position

As Australia's first private University, Bond University based at Robina, Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience. 

• Join a Faculty committed to high quality teaching, a fantastic student experience and research excellence 
• Leadership role withing a dynamic and growing faculty
• Excellent Gold Coast Location and Benefits including salary sacrificing and corporate health discounts

Deputy Dean – 5-year term & Professor/Associate Professor – Full-time, Continuing Appointment 
Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine 

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine  is committed to shaping professionals distinguished by their superior scientific and clinical skills, as well as their ethics, compassion and humanity. Programs are offered in a range of scientific and health disciplines, including Medicine, Biomedical Science, Exercise and Sports Science, Health Sciences, Healthcare Innovations, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. Each of these disciplines is underpinned by an active research program and the Faculty hosts a number of major research centres including the internationally renowned Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare . The Faculty has recently  established the Bond University Health and Wellness Clinic , an interdisciplinary and holistic Allied Health Service to provide accessible and valuable care to the community. 

About the Position 

Deputy Dean

For an initial 5-year term, the incumbent will be a key member of the Executive leadership team and support the Executive Dean in shaping the Faculty's strategic direction to achieve its ambitious goals. They will champion excellence in teaching, learning, research, and service, fostering a sense of unity, collaboration, and shared purpose within the Faculty. Leadership in this role will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and success.

Associate Professor/Professor

As Associate Professor/Professor the incumbent will be required to have extensive educational and research expertise in one of our thriving disciplines, such as Biomedical Science, Exercise and Sports Science, Healthcare Innovations, Medicine, Nutrition and Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, or Physiotherapy. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and enhance our teaching and research outputs to deliver new opportunities and high-quality outcomes in the chosen discipline.

About the person

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A PhD in a relevant field along with extensive teaching experience and a strong track record of disciplinary or scholarly research
• Extensive experience in leading innovative university learning and teaching including management and development of academic staff
• Experience in the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans, program and Faculty reviews
• Experience with Faculty budgeting, financial management and resource coordination 
• Strong organisational and time management skills 
• A strong collegial management style evidenced by excellent communication and relationship development skills

Salary details

• Professor remuneration commences at AU$215,265.21 per annum plus 17.5% superannuation.
• Associate Professor A remuneration commences at AU$184,208.27 per annum plus 17.5% superannuation.

A responsibility loading will be applied for the term of the Deputy Dean role, and the level of appointment and salary will be negotiated and commensurate with skills and experience and be fully competitive in the Australian market.  Attractive salary packaging options are available for eligible employees.

Additional staff benefits include: 

• Free staff car parking
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff
• Staff wellbeing program
• Study assistance for staff and dependants#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services 
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

Additional information

Position related enquiries for the above position may be directed to Annelize Oosthuizen, Talent Acquisition Lead at aoosthui@bond.edu.au . 

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria. 

Applicants can apply using the Apply Now button.  All candidates are required to register online via our candidate portal prior to submitting an application. To support your online application, we request that you submit the necessary supporting documents. These documents should include your Curriculum Vitae/Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria as provided above. 

For current Bond University staff, apply directly via HR Connect , log in with staff credentials, from the Home dashboard select Careers, select the role and apply.

If you require any assistance with your application submission, please visit Applying for jobs at Bond .

Applications close: 11.59pm, Sunday 18 May 2025.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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