Head, Department of Health and Society
About the job
This job is about leading the newly established Department of Health and Society at the Melbourne School of Public Health. It plays a crucial role in shaping the academic identity and strategic direction of the department while fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment. The team values interdisciplinary scholarship and community engagement, aiming to advance health equity and social justice.
You'll be responsible for
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Building and leading a department
Establishing the strategic direction, governance, culture and academic identity of the newly created Department of Health and Society.🔍
Advancing research and scholarship
Driving internationally recognised research that deepens understanding of the social, behavioural and structural determinants of health and wellbeing.🌍
Strengthening community relationships
Enhancing partnerships with communities, health services, government and research organisations to ensure impactful research grounded in lived experience.Key criteria
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Academic leadership experience
Proven experience in senior academic leadership roles.View
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Research excellence
Demonstrated record of impactful research in health equity.View
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Partnership development
Experience building productive partnerships across sectors.View
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