Head of School of Clinical Medicine and Vice Dean, UNSW Sydney
Head of School of Clinical Medicine and Vice Dean, UNSW Sydney
Kensington, NSW
UNSW Sydney is ranked #1 in Australia and #19 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The School of Clinical Medicine is UNSW Medicine & Health’s largest and most research-productive academic School, spanning metropolitan and rural clinical campuses and state-of-the-art health precincts, including the award-winning Health Translation Hub.
Reporting to the Dean, UNSW Medicine & Health, the Head of School and Vice Dean will provide strategic and operational leadership across this large and distributed clinical academic community.
The role presents an exceptional opportunity to strengthen the clinician-researcher pipeline, advance research translation and clinical trials, contribute to the continued modernisation of medical education, and realise the potential of UNSW’s clinical campuses and precincts through strong partnerships with health services, medical research institutes and other collaborators.
UNSW Rural Clinical Campus in Wagga Wagga
About the University of New South Wales
The University was established in 1949 with a unique focus on scientific, technological and professional disciplines and a commitment to making a difference by addressing critical present and future challenges. Its pioneering research and sustained innovation span areas including climate change and renewable energy, lifesaving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies, alongside policy leadership and expert commentary on human rights, constitutional recognition of Indigenous Australians, public health and population ageing.
UNSW Medicine & Health stands as one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious medical faculties, consistently ranked among the world’s top 50. Established in 1961, it has a long-standing tradition of excellence in medical education, research and innovation. The Faculty is committed to addressing global health challenges and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and collaborative partnerships with leading healthcare organisations.
The five UNSW Sydney Values in Action are the behaviors that we seek to embed in UNSW’s Sydney culture. Integrity is the cornerstone of these values, supporting our students and staff to live them fully. They are:
Demonstrates excellence: Delivers high performance and demonstrates service excellence.
Drives innovation: Thinks creatively and develops new ways of thinking. Initiates and embraces change.
Builds collaboration: Works effectively within and across teams. Builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on outcomes.
Embraces diversity: Values individual differences and the contributions of all people. Promotes inclusion.
Displays respect: Treats others with dignity and empathy. Communicates with integrity and openness.
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Ref #: Please use this reference number when applying: A042269
Application deadline: Sunday 27th September 2026
Please send us your application as soon as possible as we are continuously assessing candidates for this assignment.
All applications must include the following information so the panel can assess your suitability:
• Your current CV or resume;
• A covering letter (1 - 2 pages) informing the panel of your motivations and relevant experience for this position.
Please take note of the reference number found under section “How to apply”. This is needed for us to process any application.
