Head, Department of Health and Society

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of the newly created Department of Health and Society, shaping its strategic direction, governance, and academic identity.
• Provide senior academic leadership to foster interdisciplinary scholarship across health, society, behaviour, and equity.
• Drive innovative teaching programs and integrate research with graduate research supervision.
• Strengthen partnerships with communities, health services, government, and research organisations to ensure research is grounded in lived experience.
• Contribute to School, Faculty, and University-wide decision-making as a member of the School Executive.
• Foster an inclusive, high-performing, and accountable departmental culture.

Requirements

• Appointment as a Professor or Associate Professor.
• An internationally recognised research record in social and behavioural science, health equity, lived experience research, or a related discipline.
• Substantial leadership experience within complex academic, research, health, or community environments.
• A proven track record of success in securing competitive research funding.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships across diverse sectors.
• Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
• 17% superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave provisions.
• Salary packaging and comprehensive health and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development opportunities and access to discounted services.

About the Company

The University of Melbourne is a leading global institution. The Melbourne School of Public Health is consistently ranked among the world’s top schools, recognised internationally for excellence in research, teaching, and engagement. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where diversity is valued and all individuals are supported to succeed.