Dean, College of Healthcare Sciences - James Cook University
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The organisation
James Cook University (JCU) is unlike any other university in Australia. Established to address the issues that matter most to Northern Australia and the Tropics, JCU has built a global reputation for research excellence, transformative education and meaningful community impact. From improving health outcomes in regional and remote communities to advancing tropical health research and workforce capability, JCU's work changes lives locally and globally.
Today, JCU educates more than 20,000 students across campuses in Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane and Singapore and is recognised internationally for its contribution to health, sustainability and regional development. The University remains deeply connected to the communities it serves, with a commitment to creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics through education, research and partnership.
As one of JCU's largest and most influential colleges, The College of Healthcare Sciences encompasses nursing, midwifery, psychology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, and sport and exercise science. Through extensive clinical partnerships, research activity, and student placements across regional, rural, and remote communities, the College plays a critical role in developing the healthcare workforce of regional Australia.
The opportunity
Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academy, the Dean, Healthcare Sciences will provide strategic leadership for the College's teaching, research and engagement agenda. Responsible for the ongoing growth, sustainability and success of the College, the Dean will lead innovation across curriculum, research, industry partnerships and workforce development while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.
As a key member of the Academy leadership team, the Dean will work collaboratively across the University to advance strategic priorities, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and build partnerships with health services, government, professional bodies, industry, and community stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to shape the future direction of healthcare education at a time of significant change across both the higher education and health sectors.
About you
An accomplished academic leader, you will have an internationally recognised record of achievement in a health-related discipline, supported by a PhD or equivalent qualification and research profile. JCU welcomes interest from outstanding health academics who can demonstrate leadership capability, strategic perspective and commitment to advancing healthcare education, research and community impact.
You will bring experience leading complex academic environments, a demonstrated capacity to drive organisational performance through periods of change and growth, and a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges shaping contemporary higher education. Equally important will be your ability to build highly engaged teams, foster innovation and create meaningful partnerships that enhance outcomes for students, staff, communities and industry.
Most importantly, you will be inspired by the opportunity to contribute to a university with a unique purpose and motivated by the chance to strengthen health outcomes for regional, rural and remote communities.
What’s on Offer
This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Australia’s most important healthcare sciences colleges at a university with a distinctive national and international mission.
You will join a highly respected institution making a genuine difference to the health, wellbeing and prosperity of communities across regional Australia and the Tropics. Working alongside an experienced executive leadership team, you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, shape future healthcare professions and drive meaningful impact through education, research and engagement.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or role-related questions, please contact Phil Graham or Lisa Gleichmann of The Orchard Talent Group at JCU@orchardtalent.com.au.
To apply, please submit your current CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 19 July.
The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
James Cook University (JCU) is unlike any other university in Australia. Established to address the issues that matter most to Northern Australia and the Tropics, JCU has built a global reputation for research excellence, transformative education and meaningful community impact. From improving health outcomes in regional and remote communities to advancing tropical health research and workforce capability, JCU's work changes lives locally and globally.
Today, JCU educates more than 20,000 students across campuses in Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane and Singapore and is recognised internationally for its contribution to health, sustainability and regional development. The University remains deeply connected to the communities it serves, with a commitment to creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics through education, research and partnership.
As one of JCU's largest and most influential colleges, The College of Healthcare Sciences encompasses nursing, midwifery, psychology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, and sport and exercise science. Through extensive clinical partnerships, research activity, and student placements across regional, rural, and remote communities, the College plays a critical role in developing the healthcare workforce of regional Australia.
The opportunity
Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academy, the Dean, Healthcare Sciences will provide strategic leadership for the College's teaching, research and engagement agenda. Responsible for the ongoing growth, sustainability and success of the College, the Dean will lead innovation across curriculum, research, industry partnerships and workforce development while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.
As a key member of the Academy leadership team, the Dean will work collaboratively across the University to advance strategic priorities, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and build partnerships with health services, government, professional bodies, industry, and community stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to shape the future direction of healthcare education at a time of significant change across both the higher education and health sectors.
About you
An accomplished academic leader, you will have an internationally recognised record of achievement in a health-related discipline, supported by a PhD or equivalent qualification and research profile. JCU welcomes interest from outstanding health academics who can demonstrate leadership capability, strategic perspective and commitment to advancing healthcare education, research and community impact.
You will bring experience leading complex academic environments, a demonstrated capacity to drive organisational performance through periods of change and growth, and a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges shaping contemporary higher education. Equally important will be your ability to build highly engaged teams, foster innovation and create meaningful partnerships that enhance outcomes for students, staff, communities and industry.
Most importantly, you will be inspired by the opportunity to contribute to a university with a unique purpose and motivated by the chance to strengthen health outcomes for regional, rural and remote communities.
What’s on Offer
This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Australia’s most important healthcare sciences colleges at a university with a distinctive national and international mission.
You will join a highly respected institution making a genuine difference to the health, wellbeing and prosperity of communities across regional Australia and the Tropics. Working alongside an experienced executive leadership team, you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, shape future healthcare professions and drive meaningful impact through education, research and engagement.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or role-related questions, please contact Phil Graham or Lisa Gleichmann of The Orchard Talent Group at JCU@orchardtalent.com.au.
To apply, please submit your current CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close 19 July.
The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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