About This Opportunity  The University of Queensland’s newly established Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciencesis seekinga dynamic and visionary Head of School, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. This is more than a leadership position, it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of pharmacy education, research, and practice on a national and global scale. UQ is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, and our School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is at the forefront of translational research, teaching excellence, and clinical impact. You will be joining a purpose-driven institution that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and global engagement. As the Head of School, you will lead with influence and vision, advancing the School’s academic reputation while driving a values-led culture that empowers staff and students to reach their full potential. You will be responsible for articulating and delivering the School’s strategic objectives, fostering excellence in teaching, research, and external engagement, and creating a cohesive and high-performing academic environment. Your leadership will directly shape the development of future-ready graduates and contribute to research that improves health outcomes for communities across Australia and beyond. With access to world-class facilities, committed colleagues, and a supportive executive team, you will play a key role in the Faculty’s leadership group and the broader university community. For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete Appointment Booklet. About the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences We stand as one of Australia's largest and most highly ranked Schools of its kind, renowned for its extensive research outputs and professional involvement. It offers a top-tier Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program, alongside a comprehensive suite of postgraduate programs in Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacy Practice, and Pharmaceutical Industry Practice. Strategically located at UQ’s Dutton Park campus within the vibrant PACE (Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence) precinct, the School benefits from unparalleled proximity to hospital, research, and industry partners. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitmentto making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You You will hold a PhD in Pharmacy or a closely related field, along with an internationally recognised track record of research excellence. This includes a substantial publication record in high-quality journals, a proven ability to secure competitive research funding, and demonstrated success in building research capacity and supporting research training. You are a values-driven leader with the strategic capability, emotional intelligence, and the ability to unite and inspire diverse teams. You foster a collaborative, inclusive culture and lead with cultural awareness, demonstrating a strong understanding of the historical, social, and political contexts impacting First Nations peoples. You are deeply committed to high-quality, evidence-based education, with experience in delivering teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You understand the value of inter-professional education and interdisciplinary research in advancing the future of pharmacy and health.With strong external engagement skills, you’ve built productive relationships across industry, government, and professional bodiesand understand how to position the School for long-term success and impact. Enquiries If you’d like to have a confidential discussion, please contact, Michael Walsh, Talent Acquisition Principal Advisor via talent@uq.edu.au. Want to Apply?  We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume Cover letter addressing the “About you” section listed in the appointment booklet Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information  The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check and education check.  Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here. UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Sunday, 24 August at 11.00pm AEST (R-52790). If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Adminoxy

About This Opportunity 
The University of Queensland’s newly established Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciencesis seekinga dynamic and visionary Head of School, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. This is more than a leadership position, it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of pharmacy education, research, and practice on a national and global scale.

UQ is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities, and our School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is at the forefront of translational research, teaching excellence, and clinical impact. You will be joining a purpose-driven institution that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and global engagement.

As the Head of School, you will lead with influence and vision, advancing the School’s academic reputation while driving a values-led culture that empowers staff and students to reach their full potential. You will be responsible for articulating and delivering the School’s strategic objectives, fostering excellence in teaching, research, and external engagement, and creating a cohesive and high-performing academic environment.
Your leadership will directly shape the development of future-ready graduates and contribute to research that improves health outcomes for communities across Australia and beyond. With access to world-class facilities, committed colleagues, and a supportive executive team, you will play a key role in the Faculty’s leadership group and the broader university community.
For more information about this opportunity, please view the complete Appointment Booklet.

About the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

We stand as one of Australia's largest and most highly ranked Schools of its kind, renowned for its extensive research outputs and professional involvement. It offers a top-tier Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program, alongside a comprehensive suite of postgraduate programs in Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacy Practice, and Pharmaceutical Industry Practice. Strategically located at UQ’s Dutton Park campus within the vibrant PACE (Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence) precinct, the School benefits from unparalleled proximity to hospital, research, and industry partners.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitmentto making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

You will hold a PhD in Pharmacy or a closely related field, along with an internationally recognised track record of research excellence. This includes a substantial publication record in high-quality journals, a proven ability to secure competitive research funding, and demonstrated success in building research capacity and supporting research training.
You are a values-driven leader with the strategic capability, emotional intelligence, and the ability to unite and inspire diverse teams. You foster a collaborative, inclusive culture and lead with cultural awareness, demonstrating a strong understanding of the historical, social, and political contexts impacting First Nations peoples.
You are deeply committed to high-quality, evidence-based education, with experience in delivering teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You understand the value of inter-professional education and interdisciplinary research in advancing the future of pharmacy and health.With strong external engagement skills, you’ve built productive relationships across industry, government, and professional bodiesand understand how to position the School for long-term success and impact.

Enquiries

If you’d like to have a confidential discussion, please contact, Michael Walsh, Talent Acquisition Principal Advisor via talent@uq.edu.au.

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Resume
Cover letter addressing the “About you” section listed in the appointment booklet
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information 

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check and education check. 

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday, 24 August at 11.00pm AEST (R-52790).

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Adminoxy

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