Dean

Odgers; Australia; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Odgers is seeking a Dean to provide strategic and academic leadership to a leading science faculty in Australia, driving excellence in research, education, student success and external engagement. The Dean will champion international connectedness and interdisciplinary collaboration, shaping strategy in a technology‑enabled environment.

The successful candidate will be an internationally respected academic leader with a distinguished scholarly reputation and proven experience in a

Job description

The client is seeking a Dean to provide strategic and academic leadership to a leading science faculty, driving excellence in research, education, student success, and external engagement. The role involves championing international connectedness, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and cultivating a culture of innovation to address significant societal challenges. The Dean will play a key role in shaping organizational strategy, enhancing the faculty's national and international profile, and positioning it for continued success in a rapidly evolving, technology-enabled environment.

The successful candidate will be an internationally respected academic leader with a distinguished scholarly reputation and a proven record of leadership within a research-intensive setting. The role requires strategic, commercial, and organizational capabilities to lead a complex enterprise, as well as the vision and energy to inspire outstanding performance and foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, and achievement. The Dean is expected to build influential relationships across academia, industry, government, and philanthropy, advancing strategic priorities and delivering meaningful impact through globally significant research and education collaborations.

This opportunity is ideal for leaders motivated to shape the future of science at scale, offering significant scope, influence, and the chance to contribute to a faculty recognized for its ambition and impact. The Dean will support the faculty's mission to advance knowledge, inspire future generations, and deliver solutions to complex global challenges, strengthening its standing among the world's foremost scientific institutions.