• UQ Medical School

• Part-time (30% - 50%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years

• Clinical Academic Level D or E

• Secondment or conjoint arrangements may be considered

• Based at our Herston campus

About This Opportunity 

The Mayne Professor and Head, Mayne Academy of Psychiatry is a senior academic role that plays a critical role in the management of relationships with stakeholders and in the academic advancement of the discipline of psychiatry. Leading the Mayne Academy of Psychiatry, key responsibilities for this position across the academic domains will include:

• Academic Leadership, Service and Engagement: Lead and support the Mayne Academy in achieving excellence in research and education, fostering a strong international profile, and effectively managing its workforce and academic community.

• Teaching: Lead and oversee the Master of Mental Health Program, guide psychiatry teaching within the MD program, and contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality medical education

• Research: Lead and advance research within the Academy, fostering a strong research culture and supporting the professional development of researchers.

This is a clinical academic position. Further information can be found by viewing the position description.

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 commitment to 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 

• Medical registration in Australia with RANZCP specialist qualification.

• PhD or equivalent, or relevant professional and academic service.

• Demonstrated expertise in the discipline or a subspecialty.

• Strong academic leadership skills and ability to build effective teams.

• Outstanding research track record with high impact and international recognition.

• Proven expertise in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

• Ability to build effective relationships and represent the discipline.

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

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Stuart Carney (Dean, Medical School) via [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Responses to the ‘About You’ section

Other Information 

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.

We know one of our strengths 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. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday 28th January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-46432).