Executive Head, Mathematics & Statistics School

UOM University of Melbourne; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Melbourne invites applications for the Head of School position in the School of Mathematics and Statistics. The role reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science and leads a community of academics, professional staff and students to advance research, education and engagement.

We seek an internationally recognised leader with a PhD in Mathematics or Statistics, a track record of academic leadership, and a strong ability to build partnerships across academia, industry and

Qualifications

• Internationally recognised research profile and a PhD in Mathematics, Statistics or a closely related discipline.
• Distinguished record of academic leadership within a complex university environment.
• Ability to lead high-performing, inclusive and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to excellence in research, teaching and student outcomes.
• Experience developing strategy, managing significant resources and delivering organisational performance.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build strong partnerships across academia, industry, government and the broader community.
• Strong commercial and strategic acumen with understanding of the evolving higher education landscape.
• Passion for developing people, fostering innovation and positioning the School for continued international success.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and operations of the School of Mathematics and Statistics.
• Drive research excellence and global engagement across academia and industry.
• Foster inclusive leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration within the school.

Skills

Academic leadership

Strategic planning

Research leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD in Mathematics/Statistics

Job description

University of Melbourne invites applications for the Head of School position in the School of Mathematics and Statistics. The role reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science and leads a community of academics, professional staff and students to advance research, education and engagement.

We seek an internationally recognised leader with a PhD in Mathematics or Statistics, a track record of academic leadership, and a strong ability to build partnerships across academia, industry and