Head of Department - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Role type: Full‑Time, Fixed‑Term for three years. Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. School: School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering. Salary: $236,824 p.a. (plus applicable loading) plus 17% super. Pay range: A$236,824 – A$236,824 per year.
You will hold a continuing substantive appointment as a Professor within the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As Head of Department, you will lead and inspire a team of academic professionals, aligning departmental goals with strategic plans to achieve excellence in teaching and research. You will foster a positive and inclusive culture, drive performance, and build strategic partnerships with industry and academic stakeholders.
* Provide strategic leadership, manage resources, and foster a culture of excellence in teaching and research.
* Develop performance targets, enhance teaching programs, and lead innovative research initiatives.
* Engage with industry, government, and academic partners to strengthen departmental impact.
* Promote diversity, inclusion, and safety, while mentoring staff and supporting their professional development.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a visionary leader with a PhD in Engineering, possessing exceptional strategic and interpersonal skills to drive departmental success and foster collaborations across the university and industry. You ideally have strengths in signal processing, power systems, and electronics.
* Be an experienced leader with a proven track record in managing complex academic environments.
* Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
* Have a world‑class reputation in teaching and research, aligned with the department's disciplines.
* Demonstrate the ability to lead and inspire interdisciplinary teams and partnerships.
* Be acquainted with OHS regulations relevant to Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
What we offer you!
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‑being.
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‑life balance.
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
* Health and well‑being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Apply with the following documents:
* Resume
* Cover letter outlining your interest and experience
* Responses to the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.
For recruitment queries, email Shabon Nawabi at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.
For reasonable adjustments, contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr‑careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: “Recruitment Adjustments”).
Applications close: Tuesday 20th January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR-005411 - HoD Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Candidate Information Pack.pdf
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Higher Education
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