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The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. 

• Lead transformative innovation and elevate academic excellence across disciplines
• Shape strategic direction while making a meaningful scholarly impact
• Full-time, Fixed term (June 2028) Academic leadership role

 About the Opportunity

The Associate Dean Learning and Teaching Performance – Sciences and Engineering is a pivotal full-time academic leadership role within the University, driving excellence in teaching and learning across disciplines. As a key member of the Academic Division’s Leadership Team, the role fosters integration between Academic Units, supports strategic initiatives to enhance course quality and student success, and leads collaborative teaching innovations with internal and external partners. With a strong focus on employability outcomes and continuous improvement, the Associate Dean also plays a central role in shaping new educational offerings and building teaching capability across the institution. The position includes up to 0.2 FTE for Research, Supervision, or Scholarship in a relevant discipline. Applications are welcome from people from a relevant disciplinary background, including those from outside the Sciences and Engineering cluster.

What’s Required

• Academic experience and qualifications commensurate with the academic level, with a substantial record of learning and teaching expertise and academic and professional achievement in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in academic management and leadership and driving high performance outcomes and setting strategy.
• Experience in driving and promoting high quality learning and teaching outcomes with capacity to enhance performance.
• Proven ability to influence, collaborate and negotiate to deliver sustainable change within the institution.
• Positive and constructive influencing and relationship development capability across a variety of internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Learning and Teaching priorities.
• Ability to assemble, support and lead cross-disciplinary and cross-sectoral teams.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the policy and legislative frameworks relevant to learning and teaching in the higher education sector.
• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field. 

What’s on Offer?

You’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including.

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing

Belong - Be You

People are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to ensure that our people feel encouraged and supported to bring their whole selves to work. Fostering diversity and inclusion is our key priority, supporting our communities to come together in ways that empower connection, learning, belonging and growth. Celebrating the strengths that diversity brings will enable us to achieve our vision and mission. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you.

• This position is open to internal staff only
• Please provide your up-to-date resume
• A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role
• For further information about this position, please contact Professor Luke Bereznicki, PVC Learning and Teaching Performance

 Statement of Duties - Associate Dean, Learning and Teaching Performance - Sciences and Engineering.pdf

Applications for this role will close on Sunday 20^th July at 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role