Professor and Head of School, School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences

St Lucia Campus, AU💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences in delivering undergraduate and postgraduate education and advancing research in chemical, molecular, and biological sciences.

Role type

Senior academic leader (Professor and Head of School)

Builds

Strategic direction, global reputation, and research/teaching outcomes for the School

Domain

Higher Education | Chemistry | Molecular Biosciences

Deliverable

Required skills

Visionary leadership, strategic planning, research grant acquisition, higher degree supervision, organizational culture building, stakeholder management, financial and HR management

Preferred skills

International reputation, interdisciplinary collaboration, equity and diversity advocacy

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Provide visionary leadership to advance the School's strategic direction; strengthen global reputation; inspire excellence in research, teaching, and engagement; foster an inclusive and innovative culture; manage finances, operations, and human resources; build relationships with industry, government, and global collaborators

Seniority

Principal, strategy & mentorship

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About uq

As part of the UQ community, you will work alongside bright minds from around the world, united by a shared commitment to creating a better world. Excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and staff are supported through a wide range of benefits, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, salary packaging, and cultural leave.