Head of School, School of Humanities & Social Sciences – UNSW Canberra

This Job is based in Australia.

Employment Type:

Full time, 5-year leadership appointment

Remuneration:

Competitive industry salary package

Location:

UNSW Canberra, Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) Campus, Canberra ACT

About Us

UNSW Canberra is a unique national institution, combining world-class education and research with strong partnerships across Defence, government and industry. Located at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA), we are committed to developing future leaders through outstanding teaching, innovative research and meaningful societal impact. With almost 60 years of collaboration with the Australian Defence Force, UNSW Canberra provides a distinctive environment where academic excellence meets real-world impact.

The School of Humanities & Social Sciences (HASS) is a vibrant academic community dedicated to understanding people, societies and the forces shaping our region and the world, with a focus of defence and security‑related issues.



Home to internationally recognised researchers, educators and professional staff, the School delivers excellence across disciplines including history, international and political studies, Indo-Pacific studies, war studies, ‘lawfare’, ethics, security studies, human‑centred cyber and space systems, strategic affairs and English and media studies. Its interdisciplinary research provides thought leadership on some of today's most significant global challenges, including Asia‑Pacific development and security, conflict and society, international ethics, maritime security, military affairs and future operations.

Through its distinctive partnerships with Defence, government and industry, the School develops graduates and research that influence policy, leadership and public debate both nationally and internationally.

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📌 Head Of School - School of Humanities and Social Sciences (Adelaide)
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