Lead the Faculty of Science and Engineering's education strategy, lifting teaching standards and student and graduate outcomes.

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is home to more than 600 staff and over 7,000 coursework and graduate students, with a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and preparing graduates for the future of work. As one of Macquarie University’s largest faculties, we bring together leading educators, researchers and industry partners to deliver innovative, high-quality education across science, technology, engineering and related disciplines. Our approach to education is grounded in real-world learning, interdisciplinary collaboration and robust connections with industry, government and the broader community. Alongside our internationally recognised research and innovation, these partnerships create opportunities for students to develop the technical expertise, professional capabilities and networks they need to succeed in a dynamic employment landscape and make a positive impact locally, nationally and globally.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Executive Dean, you will drive the development and delivery of the faculty's learning and teaching plans, educational activities and teaching quality. As a driving force behind implementation of the Our Education pillar of the FSE Strategy 2026–2030, you will turn its priorities into tangible actions and results by leading initiatives that raise teaching standards, enrich the student experience and strengthen graduate outcomes. As a member of the Faculty Executive, you will build strong, collaborative relationships with Heads of School and Research Departments, Directors of Education, Course Directors, fellow Deputy Deans, Associate Deans, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President portfolios, working together to advance the University's educational mission and elevate the student experience and graduate employability.

- drive the development and delivery of the faculty's learning and teaching plans, educational activities and teaching quality
- lead implementation of the Our Education pillar of the FSE Strategy 2026–2030, turning priorities into tangible actions and results
- lead initiatives that raise teaching standards, enrich the student experience and strengthen graduate outcomes
- build strong, collaborative relationships with Heads of School and Research Departments, Directors of Education, Course Directors, fellow Deputy Deans, Associate Deans, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President portfolios




- work together to advance the University's educational mission and elevate the student experience and graduate employability

About you

You are a senior academic leader with a deep understanding of undergraduate and postgraduate education and a genuine commitment to student outcomes in a STEM environment. You bring a clear vision for the future of education and the proven ability to turn that vision into strategy and initiatives that make a real difference for diverse student cohorts. Your credibility is built on an outstanding record in teaching and research. You pair this with real strategic delivery: identifying, building and sustaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and using superior negotiation and influencing skills to bring people together and move an agenda forward. Above all, you are a collegial and inspiring leader. You mentor teams to achieve strategic and operational goals, contribute actively to building the institution, and nurture positive, collaborative relationships with faculty and institutional colleagues.

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance, and contributing to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page. At Macquarie University, our human equation for success is You to the Power of Us.



It’s an invitation for you to bring your passion and purpose to a campus powered by human collaboration, and where the potential of every person multiplies our ability to achieve remarkable things. Hear from our Vice Chancellor Bruce Dowton. Our values — Collective Ambition, Purposeful Collaboration, Bold Innovation, and Genuine Care — are at the heart of everything we do and by living our values, we unlock the true potential of You to the Power of Us. Our values guide how we work, lead and support one another. We know Macquarie is at its best when we live our values every day.

Fostering Belonging

Our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework and our Versatile Work approach support Macquarie’s vision by building a community where everyone truly feels safe and like they belong. We acknowledge the richness of each individual’s identity and the potential that brings. This diversity amplifies You to the Power of Us and creates an inclusive environment that leads to better outcomes for all. Through a nurturing and fair environment, we are a workplace that enables you to balance both your personal needs and qualified goals.

What we offer?

When you join Macquarie University, you gain access to a supportive, flexible workplace designed to help you thrive. Our benefits include:

- Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
- 17% Superannuation
- Subsidised onsite parking options
- Extensive training and professional development programs
- Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
- Onsite vacation care during school holidays
- Discounted health insurance
- Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
- Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

These benefits are designed to support your health, wellbeing, and growth, so you can focus on what matters most: making a difference.

Discover our beautiful campus

Just 15km from Sydney’s CBD and with access to Australia’s only dedicated university metro station, our Wallumattagal Campus in Macquarie Park offers a vibrant and inspiring place to work—right in one of the world’s greatest cities.

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