- School of Communication and Arts (https://communication-arts.uq.edu.au/)
- Join a university ranked in the world’s top 50
- Fixed term for 5 years with potential for an additional 5-year term
- Based at St Lucia
About This Opportunity
The School of Communication and Arts is at the forefront of teaching and research in English Literature, Creative and Professional Writing, Drama, Art History, Communication, Film and Television Studies, Journalism, and Public Relations. The School’s academic teaching and research staff include internationally recognised scholars who are leaders in their research fields and award winners for innovation and excellence in teaching. We are seeking an exceptional academic leader in the above focus areas to lead the UQ School of Communication and Arts through the next phase of its development.
Ideally, you will be an experienced and inspiring leader of world-class standing, with the capability to develop and implement an aspirational School strategy aligning with UQ’s and the Faculty’s vision and strategic objectives. You will have experience in developing and maintaining strategic and academic planning functions, including setting goals, targets and key performance indicators in the context of University and Faculty or Institute strategic and operational plans. You will have an understanding of key contemporary issues in the communication and art disciplines and a commitment to implementing UQ’s Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research and Innovation Strategy. You will be an excellent communicator, with a strong ability in building School resilience, adaptability and receptiveness to change.
As Head of School, you will be expected to foster an inclusive and collegial School culture, cultivating and empowering high-performance as well as forging productive, collaborative partnerships that deliver strategic value.
What We Can Offer
The Head of School role is a full-time, fixed term position for five (5) years. A further appointment may be offered by mutual agreement. Upon negotiation, a continuing Professorial Academic Level E position may be considered.
An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
About the Selection Process
Applicants invited for interview will be expected to present a vision for driving the strategic direction of the School towards successful outcomes in the next five years in conjunction with the selection interview process.
To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must tap APPLY NOW in this page, tap JOB PORTAL and then upload their documents via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline or the application may not be accepted.
Other Information
Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
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