Continuing, full-time role of Professor in Education/Arts with a three (3) year, part-time (0.6 FTE) leadership assignment as Deputy Dean, Strategy and Capability.
Provide strategic academic leadership to advance workforce planning, policy governance, internal engagement, and capability development.
Join a nationally and internationally recognised leader in research impact and teacher education.
ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions.
About the role
Operating within the Faculty of Education and Arts, the Deputy Dean, Strategy and Capability, is a senior faculty executive role responsible for leading and delivering the faculty's people and workforce agenda and commitments, with a particular focus on mentoring and academic careers. The role works in collaboration with research and teaching portfolio leaders to support human flourishing and the common good. The Deputy Dean will provide high‑level academic leadership to advance the faculty's strategic priorities in workforce planning, policy governance, internal engagement and capability development. Working closely with the Executive Dean, Heads of School and Institute and Centre Directors, the role promotes academic and teaching quality, fosters research and scholarly excellence and supports the faculty's national and international standing. Executive oversight of key strategic projects and deputising for the Executive Dean are also part of the responsibilities.
This opportunity comprises a temporary part‑time (0.6 FTE) academic assignment of Deputy Dean, Strategy and Capability for a period of three (3) years, renewable based on performance. It is underpinned by a continuing academic E level appointment, dependent on the experience, expertise and capability of the successful candidate. The incumbent will be expected to engage in teaching within their discipline.
What we offer
Total remuneration valued to $260,037 – $260,037 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $220,723 – $220,723 (pro rata) pa (Academic Level E Increment 1), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed‑term staff.
Annual leave loading equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on commencement date.
As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging.
Contact
General enquiries can be sent to Jenna Milligan, Executive Officer, Faculty of Education & Arts at: [emailprotected]
Applications
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Applications close: 20‑APR‑2026 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time
Preferred candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment declarations and background checks, including those related to gender‑based violence and foreign interference, in line with ACU's compliance requirements.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) (ACT only).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact [emailprotected] to discuss your requirements in confidence.
About ACU
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses – Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome.
ACU aspires to be a home for our staff, offer the care of a family and develop an academic and professional community. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are academic or professional staff, there are many opportunities both for learning and contributing at ACU.
As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.
ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.
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