Deputy Dean, Education & Employability, FSE - Macquarie University

Lead the Faculty of Science and Engineering's education strategy, lifting teaching standards and student and graduate outcomes. The organisationThe 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 strong 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 opportunityReporting 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. Specifically, you will:drive the development and delivery of the faculty's learning and teaching plans, educational activities and teaching qualitylead implementation of the Our Education pillar of the FSE Strategy 2026–2030, turning priorities into tangible actions and resultslead initiatives that raise teaching standards, enrich the student experience and strengthen graduate outcomesbuild 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 portfolioswork together to advance the University's educational mission and elevate the student experience and graduate employability. About youYou 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. How to ApplyMacquarie University has partnered with Orchard Talent Group in this executive search. For enquiries, to request the Digital Candidate Brochure (including selection criteria), or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Phil Graham, Partner or Jess Young, Researcher at macquarie@orchardtalent.com.au. To be considered, please forward a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to macquarie@orchardtalent.com.au.Applications Close: Sunday, 18 October 2026 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. 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.The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.