DEAN, SUB-FACULTY OF CLINICAL AND MOLECULAR MEDICINE (MONASH UNIVERSITY) & CHIEF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION OFFICER (MONASH HEALTH)

Job No: 684375
Location: Monash University and Monash Health
Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: A competitive remuneration package will apply

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Medical specialist qualification relevant to the Sub-Faculty and Monash Health.
• A PhD or equivalent research doctorate in a relevant medical or health-related discipline.
• Senior academic standing with an international reputation in research and education leadership.

ROLE OVERVIEW

This dual appointment is a role of genuine scale, influence and global impact, and offers an unparalleled opportunity to lead academic and clinical research strategy across one of the nation’s most dynamic health partnerships.
As Dean, Sub-Faculty of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, you will provide visionary academic, strategic and operational leadership across research, education and engagement. You will be responsible for the performance, growth and culture of the Sub-Faculty, ensuring alignment with Impact 2030 while championing innovation, interdisciplinarity, and a high-performance, inclusive culture.
In your concurrent role as Chief Research and Innovation Officer, Monash Health, you will drive the organisation’s strategic research agenda advising the Chief Executive Officer, advancing translational research, strengthening research infrastructure, and creating joint programs that bridge academic and clinical domains. You will oversee planning for sustainable, fit-for-purpose research environments across the precinct, embedding a culture of innovation that enhances patient care and community impact.
Together, these roles represent a transformative opportunity to integrate academic leadership with healthcare innovation, shaping the future of clinical education, research translation and health system reform.