Description:
University Executive Leadership Position
- Full Time, 5-year Fixed Term Senior Contract
- Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
- Lead transformative innovation, elevate research excellence, and shape the future of science and engineering
Macquarie University is seeking an exceptional leader to shape the future of its Faculty of Science and Engineering. Renowned for its high-impact research and cutting-edge education, Macquarie University is guided by our values of collective ambition, bold innovation, purposeful collaboration, and genuine care for our community. We are committed to fostering an environment that thrives on diversity, equity, inclusion, and excellence.
The Executive Dean will play a pivotal role in spearheading innovation, driving research excellence, and positioning Macquarie as a global leader in science and engineering. As a champion of collaboration, you will inspire an engaged academic community to deliver meaningful research and transformative learning experiences while fostering partnerships with industry, government, and international leaders to address local and global challenges.
About the Role
- Provide visionary, strategic leadership to unite and inspire a world-class Faculty of Science and Engineering team.
Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and as a member of the University Executive Group, the Executive Dean will guide strategic direction, operational excellence, and cultural development across the Faculty, which includes six schools and research departments and contributes to Macquarie’s sustainability mission.
Learn more about the role, including the selection criteria by visiting the Digital Candidate Brochure.
About Us
The Faculty of Science and Engineering is home to more than 650 staff members and over 10,000 coursework and graduate students who are passionate about driving the frontiers of discovery. As one of Macquarie University’s largest faculties, we deliver world-class education and cutting-edge research with impact at both national and global scales.
Our Faculty is a hub for innovation, housing leading research centres such as the ARC Centre of Excellence for Synthetic Biology and the Australian Astronomical Optics-Macquarie. Sustainable research and collaborative engineering are at the core of what we do, supported by partnerships with government, business, and industry.
About You
You are an innovative and visionary leader with deep experience in driving academic, research, or industry transformation. With a passion for supporting bold discoveries and inclusive, impactful education, you are a strategic thinker who is ready to embrace the opportunities of this transformative role.
How to Apply
Macquarie University has partnered with Orchard Talent Group in this executive search. For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Phil Graham, Partner Orchard Talent Group, at Philip.graham@orchardtalent.com.au.
To be considered, please forward a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (found in the Digital Candidate Brochure) to executivedeanfse@orchardtalent.com.au
Applications Close: Sunday, 8 March 2026
We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.
Why Join Us?
Macquarie is a globally renowned university, engaging with impactful research and fostering a vibrant community. We are ranked as one of the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index and have received a five-star rating from the QS World Rankings for employability.
Pre-Employment Checks
At Macquarie University, our culture is defined by ethical integrity and prioritising safety. Employment is subject to the completion and maintenance of required pre-employment or background checks.