At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate graduate research programs at a top university.
- Company: Join ACU, a diverse and inclusive university with a strong mission.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work, generous leave, and competitive salary packages.
- Other info: Work across multiple campuses with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on research and student success in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in academic leadership and a passion for research development.
The predicted salary is between 177116 - 195110 $ per year.
Provide strategic leadership and coordination of the academic aspects of graduate research programs of the University. The Dean, Graduate Research provides strategic leadership and coordination of the academic aspects of graduate research programs of the University. The position is expected to make a significant contribution to building the University's graduate research capacity and capability by coordinating the academic delivery of quality graduate research programs, increasing the number of research higher degree timely completions, developing strategic partnerships with external organisations, increasing the recruitment of quality graduate research students, and ensuring compliance with relevant government legislation and policy of the graduate research program at ACU.
The Dean of Graduate Research will work collaboratively with Executive Deans, Associate Deans, Research, and the Graduate Research School (working closely with its Director) to develop and actively promote graduate research programs at the University. The Dean of Graduate Research will be a member of the University Research Committee.
What we offer: The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement. Total remuneration valued to $209,060 - $230,113 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $177,116 - $195,110 (pro rata) pa (Associate Professor - Academic Level D), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading or total remuneration valued to $268,740 - $268,740 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $228,124 - $228,124 (pro rata) pa (Academic Level E Increment 1), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. The level of appointment will be determined based on the level of experience, skills and capability of the successful candidate. The Dean of Graduate Research attracts a 20% loading (pro rata) based on academic level. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date. As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks, including those related to gender-based violence and foreign interference, in line with ACU's compliance requirements. Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights.
About ACU: Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a publicly funded university whose teaching, research and service is shaped by the vision of flourishing lives, thriving communities, and a more ethical future for our world. ACU has more than 2,500 staff and 34,000 students across eight campuses: Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome. ACU draws on the Catholic intellectual tradition which values human reason and welcomes everyone regardless of their faith, cultural tradition or circumstances. ACU invites all staff - both academic and professional - to embrace, and to support in ways meaningful to them, its mission to respect the dignity of every human person, to seek knowledge and to advance the common good. ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential.
Dean, Graduate Research in Canberra employer: Australian Catholic University
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and fosters professional growth. Located in Blacktown, NSW, ACU provides generous benefits such as 17% employer superannuation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for academic leadership in a university renowned for its research excellence. Join a community of motivated colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of nursing education and making a meaningful impact on students' lives.
Contact Details:
Australian Catholic University Recruitment Team
