Director, UQ Diamantina Institute
- Employer
- Global Academy Jobs
- Location
- Australia
- Closing date
- Aug 12, 2016
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- Sector
- Business and Finance, Science, Computer Science and IT, Life Sciences, Cell and Molecular Biology
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- University and College
- Jobseeker Type
- Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')
Job Details
Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
The Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (M+BS) is an internationally acclaimed provider of world-class education and research. M+BS is a research-intensive Faculty that has a budget of almost $300M. M+BS offers Australia's largest medical degree program for graduates and school-leavers. Undergraduate and postgraduate programs are available in the disciplines of Medicine, Health Sciences, eHealth, Mental Health, Biomedical Sciences and Public Health.
M+BS possesses enormous strengths spanning research, teaching, industry engagement and clinical practice in disciplines ranging from the basic sciences, biomedical research and development, to clinical trials and public health. UQ has recently reorganised its Medical faculty structure to drive better student outcomes and student experience. As a result, this senior opportunity is available.
The role
UQ Diamantina Institute (UQDI) is a world-renowned medical research institute that strives to develop a better understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of disease, and to translate that understanding into practical outcomes for patients. Through its location at the Translational Research Institute (TRI), UQDI possesses outstanding facilities for research. It has close affiliations with clinical units at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, which offers a significant advantage in near-patient, translational research.
The person
Reporting to the Faculty's Research Dean, the Director will lead the Institute as an integral part of the broader research enterprise of the Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. The successful applicant will be an outstanding leader in research and an experienced collaborator, with a strong passion for innovation and industry engagement.
Remuneration
This is a full time, fixed term appointment for 5 years at Academic Level E. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate including 17% superannuation.
Position Description
Candidate Booklet_Director Diamantina_Final.pdf
Enquiries
To apply, or for a confidential discussion please go to www.perrettlaver.com/candidates and quote reference number 2634, or alternatively, please contact:
Clare Schnelle, Perrett Laver
Phone: +61 (0)2 8354 4004
Email: Clare.Schnelle@perrettlaver.com
Applications close on Friday 12th August 2016.
Reference: 499239
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