About UQ   

What started as Queensland's first university in 1909, with just three faculties and 83 students, has grown into university ranked in the world’s top 50 that is renowned for being a leader in teaching and research.

When you join The University of Queensland (UQ), you’re joining a community that actively strives toward creating change right across the world every day. From science and sustainability to health and humanities, our researchers are finding solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. Our award-winning teachers are recognised for empowering our students to thrive as innovative thinkers and grow into the leaders of tomorrow.

Even after 100 years of history and excellence, we haven’t forgotten that UQ was founded by – and for – the people of Queensland. In 2022, we launched the Queensland commitment as part of our belief that education and opportunity should be available for all Queenslanders by breaking down personal, financial and geographical barriers. It’s this commitment that re-emphasises that UQ is a place for everybody: no matter who you are, where you’re from, or what challenges you’ve faced, you can pursue your ambitions at UQ.

About the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work

The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work was established in 2015, as a result of the merging of the School of Nursing and Midwifery and the School of Social Work and Human Services. We’re a leader in the study of nursing, midwifery, social work and counselling, with extensive, well-established partnerships in the hospital, health care, social welfare and disability sectors and with a vibrant cohort of research higher degree students. The School has a commitment to research excellence and competes strongly for major grants across the whole of the health and medical research space. Focusing on UQ’s strategic goals towards 2032, the School has set their strategic plan (https://nmsw.uq.edu.au/files/7969/strategic_plan_nmsw_2023.pdf) into action, with a vision, to improve health, social wellbeing, and equity across the life-course for all people through the transformation of healthcare and human services.

Further details about the School and its activities may be accessed on the School’s website (https://nmsw.uq.edu.au/).

About This Opportunity

• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work (https://nmsw.uq.edu.au/)
• Join a university ranked in the world’s top 50 (https://www.uq.edu.au/about/university-profile)
• #9 in the world for Nursing and Midwifery
• Drawing on 60 years of Social Work Professional Practice Development
• Continuing underlying position + 5 year term as Head of School
• Closing date: Friday 5 May 2023 (11:00pm AEST) R-24099

We are seeking an exceptional academic leader in the field of nursing, midwifery, social work or counselling to lead the UQ School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work through the next phase of its development. The School is comprehensive and world-class, and aligns the prevention, remedy and management of human illness with a profound understanding of the social factors which influence quality of life and the success of healthcare strategies, in Australia and overseas. It has strong links to other Schools and research Centres within and beyond UQ.

What We Can Offer

A full-time continuing appointment will be offered to the successful applicant as a Professor (Academic Level E) along with a five-year fixed term appointment as Head of School, with a possible continuation by mutual agreement of the headship appointment for a further term. A competitive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ (https://careers.uq.edu.au/why-work-uq) and review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018 - 2021 (https://staff.uq.edu.au/files/20908/enterprise-agreement-2018-2021.pdf).

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We’ll support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here: https://careers.uq.edu.au/living-in-brisbane.

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.

Mandatory Immunisations: It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.

At UQ we know that our greatest strengths come from our diverse mix of colleagues, this is reflected in our ongoing commitment to creating an environment focused on equity, diversity and inclusion (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity).  We ensure that we are always attracting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our broader community, whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au.

About You

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 health and social equity 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 l foster an inclusive and collegial School culture, cultivating and empowering high-performance as well as forging productive, collaborative partnerships that deliver strategic value.

To view detailed information on the position, including the key requirements responsibilities, please refer to the Appointment Booklet available for download from this page (click POSITION DESCRIPTION) or from the UQ Careers portal (click the APPLY NOW button from this page).

Questions?

For a confidential discussion please, or questions about the application process, please contact Caitlin Savage, Principal Advisor, Talent Acquisition on 0447 512 425 or caitlin.savage@uq.edu.au.

Want to Apply?

To submit an application for this role, clicking the APPLY NOW button from this job page, then tap JOB PORTAL which will take you to the UQ Careers portal.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter
• Full Curriculum Vitae
• Responses to the ‘About You’ section, as listed in the Appointment Booklet
• A vision statement relating to the experience and achievements of the applicant relating to the purposes and expectations of the role, as listed in the Appointment Booklet.

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box during the application form.

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 prerequisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply by the job closing deadline or the application may not be accepted.