Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Health

Job Description

About the opportunity The University of Sydney is consistently ranked as one of the top medicine and health universities in Australia and among the leading universities globally. We are seeking an experienced and innovative leader to join our University in the role of Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health with capability to build on the already considerable success of one of the leading and most comprehensive faculties of its kind in Australia and the world. Through its world-class precinct and extensive network, the Faculty of Medicine and Health provides students with transformative experiences that connect their expertise to real-world challenges. Offering a multidisciplinary education and research environment, the Faculty is committed to continually optimising its programs, ensuring that its disciplines are well positioned to address the challenges of 21st century healthcare. As a leader in health, education and research in Australia and globally, we educate the future healthcare workforce, solve the world’s biggest healthcare challenges and reimagine the way healthcare is delivered. Our goal is to “make and shape the future of healthcare.” The next Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health will join a team of passionate individuals who want to improve the health of our communities and to solve the world's biggest healthcare problems. As the incoming Dean, you will be galvanised by the opportunity to work with smart and engaged colleagues to shape Faculty strategy, operations and impact. About you (skills, capabilities and experience) The Dean will play a pivotal role in cultivating an organisational culture that transcends disciplinary silos to advance multidisciplinary research and sustainable inter-professional education. With a vision to position Sydney as the premier university for health research and education in Australia, the Dean will inspire and steer faculty members towards achieving the University’s strategic aspirations and collective purpose, reinvigorating the strategic direction of the Faculty, fostering collaboration and innovation across all disciplines, and nurturing mutually beneficial relationships with government agencies, health services, professional bodies, independent affiliated medical research institutes, alumni, donors and community stakeholders. A critical priority will be leading initiatives to attract, retain, and develop outstanding talent in research and education. The Dean will also oversee academic leadership, financial stewardship, and resource management of the Faculty, supported by a strong team of Deputy Deans, Associate Deans, Heads of Schools, and senior administrative staff. The Dean will play a crucial role in contributing to the University’s Sydney in 2032 strategy, ensuring the Faculty of Medicine and Health aligns with and advances the University’s long-term goals for academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact. This includes working on our Sydney Biomedical Accelerator (SBA), a first-in-Australia precinct that will fast-track scientific discovery into better clinical and patient-centred research and healthcare solutions. Term and remuneration The position is fixed term for an initial period of five years on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and relevant experience and qualifications. How to apply The University of Sydney is partnering with the executive search firm, Perrett Laver, on this process. Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via this link , quoting reference number 7723 , before 9am AEST, Monday 7th April. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact: Janelle Entwistle, Managing Partner (Australia), Perrett Laver at or +61 (0) 2 8075 4640. If you require any necessary adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr