Associate Dean, Medical and Exercise Science
$166,295-$182,832 (D) or $213,161 (E) + 17% Super
ASSOCIATE DEAN (MEDICAL AND EXERCISE SCIENCE)
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCE
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$166,295 - $182,832 PA (ALEVD) or $213,161 PA (ALEVE)
ONGOING, FULL TIME
ASSOCIATE DEAN ROLE: 3 YEARS
Edith Cowan University
Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we're inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we're united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.
Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.
The School of Medical and Health Sciences
is home to teaching and research in the health sciences. Biomedical Science and Exercise and Sports Science are cornerstone disciplines within the School. Through our undergraduate courses in biomedical science and exercise and sports science, our postgraduate courses in strength and conditioning, and higher degree research programs, we prepare graduates to address contemporary challenges in health, physical activity, sport performance and biomedical discovery.
About the Opportunity
We are now seeking a dedicated, strategic, and future-focused academic leader to join our leadership team in the role of Associate Dean, Medical and Exercise Sciences. This senior appointment provides a significant opportunity to shape the growth, direction and reputation of Biomedical Science and Exercise and Sports Science within one of Australia's leading health schools. This is an ongoing appointment, with the Associate Dean position being for three years.
About you
As the Associate Dean, Medical and Exercise Sciences, you will:
Provide strategic leadership across Biomedical Science and Exercise and Sports Science programs;
Lead curriculum development, innovation and quality enhancement activities;




Champion excellence in teaching, student experience and graduate employability;
Strengthen partnerships with industry, research institutes and community stakeholders;
Support accreditation, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives;
Mentor and support academic staff across teaching, scholarship and leadership;
Contribute to the School Executive Leadership Team and overall strategic planning.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced academic leader who is ready to shape the future of Biomedical Science and Exercise and Sports Science education and research.
Benefits of working at ECU
At ECU we're committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee perks; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.
Contact
Please contact Professor Moira Sim on @ecu.edu.au for more information.
Advert Closure
Applications close on Monday 21 AWST.
ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.




ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.
At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.
At ECU we are guided by the values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry and personal excellence. Our focus on teaching and research is inspired by engagement and partnerships with those in the many communities we were established to serve. Research at ECU both extends knowledge and improves the quality of life for Australians and people across the globe. Our research priorities focus on working towards solving real world problems across the social, economic, physical and environmental spectrums. Established in ****, ECU has grown rapidly into a quality university with excellent student satisfaction and internationally recognised research.
At ECU we are guided by the values of integrity, respect, rational inquiry and personal excellence. Our focus on teaching and research is inspired by engagement and partnerships with those in the many communities we were established to serve. Research at ECU both extends knowledge and improves the quality of life for Australians and people across the globe. Our research priorities focus on working towards solving real world problems across the social, economic, physical and environmental spectrums. Established in ****, ECU has grown rapidly into a quality university with excellent student satisfaction and internationally recognised research.
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📌 Associate Dean, Medical And Exercise Science (Perth)
🏢 Edith Cowan University
📍 Perth