Dean of Depertment of Business (University of Queensland)

Shape Indigenous engagement at UQ – Three new leadership opportunities Fixed-term position for up to 5 years, plus an underlying continuing role within an appropriate School if appointed via the traditional academic pathway  Fractional appointment may be considered, to allow you to maintain active in teaching and/or research  This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement to set a strategic direction for a Faculty with respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and communities  Based at our St Lucia campus, with occasional travel to our Gatton campus for the Faculty of Science position Acknowledgement of Country  The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society. About This Opportunity  UQ is recruiting three newly established Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) roles across the following Faculties: Faculty of Science Faculty of Business, Economics and Law Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology These roles will work in close partnership with each Faculty’s Executive Dean to deliver strategic leadership and drive meaningful outcomes for respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and communities within each Faculty. Each Faculty is an enthusiastic contributor to the UQ Reconciliation Action Plan, and the Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) has the responsibility to oversee contributions to this “one UQ” initiative. To ensure the Faculty’s approach aligns with the principles and objectives of the UQ Reconciliation Action Plan and supports a one-UQ approach, the Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) will collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including: The Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) Associate Deans (Indigenous Engagement) in other Faculties Associate Deans Academic and Research Heads of School and Faculty Executive Managers For further information, please click here to view the information booklet. About UQ  The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities. As part of our team, you'll have access to cultural leave, allowing you to maintain and celebrate your cultural responsibilities. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. Be part of an organisation that respects and champions Indigenous voices, your journey starts here! Our Commitment  UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement. The University’s Strategic Plan outlines strategies aimed at increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, which are supported through the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy. Here in Australia, we especially want to play a leading role in reconciliation as advocates with and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. At a national level, in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we will embed reconciliation across the University’s operations to implement our ‘Stretch’ Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) by 2027. About You  The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Additionally, you will bring: Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline. Demonstrated leadership and a national profile in Indigenous engagement, teaching and research within a University environment. Strong knowledge and experience in Indigenous engagement and leadership development across academic and community contexts. Demonstrated ability to provide academic leadership in partnered research and professional activities. Proven experience in influencing change within a diverse organisation. The credibility and skills to represent the Faculty’s interests in the University and the wider community, and with relevant professional and other bodies. Strong relationships management experience, including negotiation and liaison skills, with a broad range of people at different levels and from different cultures. Strong interpersonal ability and communication skills including diplomacy, collegiality, the ability to work with others to achieve outcomes, the ability to lead and implement change, and to lead and motivate staff. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and an education check. If you’re relocating for this opportunity, we may support you with a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here. Questions?  For more information about this opportunity, and application enquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number R-60455 in the subject line. Want to Apply?  All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Resume Cover letter Responses to the ‘About You’ section Other Information  UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Your cultural identity will be respected, valued, and embraced in this role. Applications close Sunday 22 February 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60455). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for April 8 and 9, 2026. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Interdisciplinoxy

Shape Indigenous engagement at UQ – Three new leadership opportunities

Fixed-term position for up to 5 years, plus an underlying continuing role within an appropriate School if appointed via the traditional academic pathway 
Fractional appointment may be considered, to allow you to maintain active in teaching and/or research 
This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, as a genuine occupational requirement to set a strategic direction for a Faculty with respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and communities 
Based at our St Lucia campus, with occasional travel to our Gatton campus for the Faculty of Science position

Acknowledgement of Country 

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ operates. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We recognise their valuable contributions to Australian and global society.

About This Opportunity 

UQ is recruiting three newly established Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) roles across the following Faculties:

Faculty of Science
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

These roles will work in close partnership with each Faculty’s Executive Dean to deliver strategic leadership and drive meaningful outcomes for respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and communities within each Faculty. Each Faculty is an enthusiastic contributor to the UQ Reconciliation Action Plan, and the Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) has the responsibility to oversee contributions to this “one UQ” initiative.

To ensure the Faculty’s approach aligns with the principles and objectives of the UQ Reconciliation Action Plan and supports a one-UQ approach, the Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement) will collaborate closely with key stakeholders, including:

The Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement)
Associate Deans (Indigenous Engagement) in other Faculties
Associate Deans Academic and Research
Heads of School and Faculty Executive Managers

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About UQ 

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities.

As part of our team, you'll have access to cultural leave, allowing you to maintain and celebrate your cultural responsibilities. You'll also have the opportunity to connect with vibrant staff networks, including the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. Be part of an organisation that respects and champions Indigenous voices, your journey starts here!

Our Commitment 

UQ is committed to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ learning, discovery and engagement. The University’s Strategic Plan outlines strategies aimed at increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, which are supported through the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Strategy. Here in Australia, we especially want to play a leading role in reconciliation as advocates with and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

At a national level, in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we will embed reconciliation across the University’s operations to implement our ‘Stretch’ Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) by 2027.

About You 

The University of Queensland considers that to perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Additionally, you will bring:

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
Demonstrated leadership and a national profile in Indigenous engagement, teaching and research within a University environment.
Strong knowledge and experience in Indigenous engagement and leadership development across academic and community contexts.
Demonstrated ability to provide academic leadership in partnered research and professional activities.
Proven experience in influencing change within a diverse organisation.
The credibility and skills to represent the Faculty’s interests in the University and the wider community, and with relevant professional and other bodies.
Strong relationships management experience, including negotiation and liaison skills, with a broad range of people at different levels and from different cultures.
Strong interpersonal ability and communication skills including diplomacy, collegiality, the ability to work with others to achieve outcomes, the ability to lead and implement change, and to lead and motivate staff.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and an education check.

If you’re relocating for this opportunity, we may support you with a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, and application enquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number R-60455 in the subject line.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Resume
Cover letter
Responses to the ‘About You’ section

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Your cultural identity will be respected, valued, and embraced in this role.

Applications close Sunday 22 February 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60455). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for April 8 and 9, 2026.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Interdisciplinoxy

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