Professor And Head Of School, School Of Social Science
University of Queensland (UQ)
St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Not specified
Visionary academic leadership experience
Active researcher with international reputation
Strategic financial sustainability management
The University of Queensland is seeking a Professor and Head of the School of Social Science to provide academic leadership and strategic direction across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will have an international reputation in social sciences, demonstrating a commitment to research excellence and an inclusive academic culture
Job Summary
This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of one of Australia's leading social science schools through visionary academic and people leadership.
The successful candidate will set and enact a clear strategy that strengthens student demand, sustains research excellence, and deepens community impact locally and globally.
UQ provides world-class facilities, grant writing support, and greater research funding opportunities to staff committed to excellence in teaching and research.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
The University of Queensland is seeking a Professor and Head of the School of Social Science to provide academic leadership and strategic direction across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will have an international reputation in social sciences, demonstrating a commitment to research excellence and an inclusive academic culture.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Visionary academic leadership experience
Active researcher with international reputation
Strategic financial sustainability management
Indigenous engagement and partnership building
Multidisciplinary team leadership skills
Nice-to-have
Empathetic people leadership style
Forward-looking mindset for change
Ability to inspire diverse stakeholders
Experience navigating higher education landscape
Key Requirements
Appointment at Academic Level E
International reputation in social science discipline
Proven success in shaping positive culture
Demonstrated ability to balance research intensity with financial sustainability