Job reference: 1020505
Your new role
The Associate Dean (Medicine) has delegated responsibility for leadership
and management activities including implementation of strategic plans and
projects, and management of governance, administration and staffing. The
Deputy Dean will also support development of rural health programs and the
School's overall program of research.
In this role, you will demonstrate:
Leadership - ability to work with others to develop a shared vision for
the Curtin Medical School's future, inspire commitment and bring about
change; demonstrable commitment to the University's values of respect,
integrity, courage, excellence and impact.
Strategic focus - future focus and clear strategic vision; experience with
internal and external operating environments relevant to the Curtin
Medical School and University; ability to implement the University's
overarching strategic goals through the development and implementation of
local plans and initiatives.
Commitment to equity and diversity – ability to clearly articulate key
challenges and solutions in respect of the management of equity and
diversity.
Communication and interpersonal skills – excellent written and verbal
communication skills; effective negotiation and conflict management; well-
developed internal and external networks.
People management – ability to build a strong positive culture within the
Curtin Medical School, attract and empower talented staff, and foster
world-class performance by both individuals and teams.
Credibility – reputation and standing in academia, with industry and in
the broader community.
Commitment to excellence and innovation – capacity to deliver continuous
improvement in research.
Global focus – ability to identify and promote a clear role for the Curtin
Medical School as part of a leading global university, through its
research and engagement programs.
Industry connections – ability to strengthen connections with industry
partners, and to drive greater industry involvement in programs of
research.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Helen
McCutcheon, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Health Sciences on 08 9266 7466.
About us
Curtin Medical School Curtin Medical School comprises the disciplines of
medicine, medical radiation science, pharmacy, laboratory medicine and
biomedical science. It is one of four schools within the Faculty of Health
Sciences, alongside two affiliated research institutes (CHIRI and enAble).
The flagship MBBS program commenced in 2017, and delivered predominantly in
state-of-the-art clinical teaching and simulation facilities on the
University's Bentley campus.
The MBBS is the only undergraduate medical degree in Western Australia, and
now enrols 120 new students each year, with preferential selection of students
with a rural, Indigenous Australian, or disadvantaged background. Its unique
curriculum and dynamic clinical placement program is driven by a future-
focussed approach to medicine. In addition, the School has ten affiliated
metropolitan hospital clinical placement sites, along with health campuses in
Midland (Perth) and Kalgoorlie (Goldfields, WA),is a member of Rural
Clinical School WA, and has close links with metropolitan and rural primary
care and other community-based healthcare providers.
Curtin University's vibrant Bentley campus also includes a gym, childcare, a
medical centre, an art gallery, endless food options including a full-range
grocer, beautiful gardens, end-of-trip facilities, good parking and excellent
public transport connections.
For more information about our university, please visit www. curtin.edu.au
Why choose Curtin?
The opportunity to be part of a new and emerging state-of-the-art medical
program.
Curtin is #1 in Australia for teaching quality, learner engagement and
skills development in medicine (2022 Good Universities Guide).
Innovative work that will make real-world health differences.
Interactions with and learnings from industry, government and academic
partners.
Curtin is in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2022).
Curtin is a major global player, with well-integrated campuses in
Singapore, Malaysia, Mauritius and Dubai and delivers courses through more
than 130 partner institutions worldwide. For further information on Curtin
and all of our employee benefits, visit https: // about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/
Join us!
We are looking for someone with…
A medical degree and unconditional AHPRA registration as a medical
practitioner or the demonstration of the ability to gain such registration
PhD in a field relevant to medicine
Substantial clinical and academic experience in Medicine.
Record of clinical practice in rural and remote locations and in
Indigenous health.
An outstanding contribution to clinical research and/or scholarship in
learning and teaching.
A record of leadership in the discipline/profession at either a state,
national or international level.
Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the
ability to foster the development of a collegial and supportive working
environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with
cross-cultural sensitivity.
Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies,
procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions
of this position.
Please provide a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to
enable us to assess your suitability for the role.
To view a copy of the Role Statement, please copy and paste the following link
into your web browser.
https: // cloudstor.aarnet.edu.au/sender/?s=download&token=964e78cc-c7bb-4cfc-9817-7ec707f6f5eb
Applications close: Wednesday 15 February 2023, 9pm AWST
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a
current National Police Records check, undergo character, integrity, and
reference checks. Please note that this position may be subject to a WA state
government vaccination mandate. If requested, you will be required to provide
evidence of your vaccination status prior to employment.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please
contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1).
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at
this time.
