Faculty Executive Manager, Science

• Faculty of Science

• Join a university ranked in the World’s top 50

• Provide leadership and drive innovation

• Based primarily at our St Lucia Campus

About UQ

What started as Queensland’s first university in 1909, with just three faculties and 83 students, has grown into a 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 more than 110 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.

UQ and 2032 Olympics and Paralympics

Long before the Olympic torch is lit in Brisbane, UQ is already engaging with the Board of the Brisbane Organising Committee for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games , to explore how UQ’s infrastructure, experts, research and multicultural community can contribute to making this the most memorable games. The Board includes a number of prominent UQ alumni including Committee Chair and President, Andrew N Liveris AO, Vice President and Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, and UQ Associate Professor Sarah Kelly OAM.

An enormous amount of planning and preparation is needed from policy to venues, from athlete preparation to selection, from economic prosperity to sustainability. In many of these areas, UQ has the knowledge, expertise, infrastructure, and capacity to make significant and meaningful contributions.

About The Faculty

The University of Queensland’s Faculty of Science , comprising five schools and six research centres, delivers excellence in teaching and research in a broad range of science disciplines. This is enabled by outstanding staff, students and partnerships with industry, government, community and a global network of top-ranking universities, as well as access to facilities on two campuses (St Lucia and Gatton) and three research stations for marine and terrestrial research (Heron Island, Moreton Bay, and Hidden Vale). More than 3,300 staff work in the Faculty of Science, including 634 continuing and fixed-term academic staff, 446 continuing and fixed-term professional staff, 1,397 casual academic staff and 867 casual professional staff.

Our commitment to pushing boundaries and fostering innovation is recognised by the level and diversity of competitive research funding, discovery and translational research outcomes and the quality of our research partnerships. This is reflected in our contribution to UQ’s prestigious international rankings including 4th in the world for Agriculture, 6th for Environment and Ecology and 10th for Biotechnology, and the recognition of staff including 15 highly-cited researchers and 20 Fellows of the Australian Academy of Sciences.

We contribute to educating and training approximately 8000 students each year in a range of programs including the Bachelor of Science, Advanced Science, Mathematics, Agriculture and Veterinary Science, Master’s in Biotechnology and Conservation Science and Research Higher Degrees. Our outstanding teachers are recognized nationally through 9 national teaching awards, including two Australian Teachers of the Year and internationally through 52 Fellowships of the Higher Education Academy.

For more information relating to our faculty, including metrics, please reach out directly for a copy of the Appointment Booklet.

About This Opportunity

As the Faculty’s most senior professional staff member, the Faculty Executive Manager (FEM) provides high-level leadership and direction to the administrative, resource, and business planning activities of the Faculty, directly influencing the Faculty’s strategic, operational, and fiscal future.

In conjunction with the Executive Dean and senior leaders in the Faculty and across the University, the FEM spearheads the Faculty’s strategic goals , manages budgets with precision, and implements quality and risk management plans to ensure the Faculty meets its academic, research, teaching and learning objectives, including skills training through a registered training organization.

The FEM drives innovation and accountability across the Faculty’s many sites including a working farm and veterinary teaching hospital at Gatton through to a remote research station on Heron Island.

The FEM will also act as the ambassador for a positive work environment, fostering an inclusive and collegial culture, cultivating and empowering high performance and promoting a culture of continuous innovation.

About You

We are seeking an exceptional candidate able to demonstrate a wealth of executive leadership and management skills, including keen financial acumen and a track record of fostering effective, high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to plan strategically and operationally, including setting goals, targets, and key performance indicators. Their experience will highlight a commitment to driving impactful change within the context of a university or a similar organization, emphasizing adaptability to evolving national and international landscapes and higher education trends with resilience.

The successful candidate will also be an excellent communicator, with highly developed interpersonal skills enabling a strong ability to influence at all levels of the organisation, and establish strategic alliances with internal, external, and international stakeholders.

What We Can Offer  

This position is a full-time, 5-year fixed-term Senior Management appointment, with the potential to extend.

A competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications, will be extended to the ideal candidate, with room for negotiation based on individual expertise and alignment with the role’s responsibilities.

Appointment Booklet

To view detailed information on the position, including the key requirements and responsibilities, please contact Caylee-Jade Eve to request a copy of the Appointment Booklet.

Want to Apply? 

If you’d like to have a confidential discussion, or copy of the Appointment Booklet please contact Caylee-Jade Eve, Principal Advisor, via [email protected] .

When you’re ready to submit an application, we ask that you please create a profile via our careers website and upload the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing the “About You” section highlighted in the booklet above

• Resume

Relocation

The University will meet all reasonable removal and establishment expenses. In the case of an interstate or international appointee, an accommodation allowance may be available for a limited period.

Other Information 

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 .  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 [email protected]  

Applications close Sunday, 17 March 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-35422). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Friday the 26th April, 2024.