Mayne Professor and Head, Mayne Academy of Paediatrics

• Medical School

• Part-time (30%–50% FTE), five-year fixed-term position at Clinical Academic Level E.

• Based at our Herston Campus

This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary clinical academic to lead the Mayne Academy of Paediatrics and advance the discipline’s contribution to education, research and engagement. Working within UQ’s Medical School, you will shape a collaborative and ambitious environment that supports staff to excel, strengthens the Academy’s international profile, and helps prepare medical students to improve child and adolescent health.

You will provide academic leadership across curriculum, assessment, research and researcher development, working closely with Clinical Schools and Units, the Office of the Director, MD Curriculum & Assessment, and partners across the University. You will also build purposeful relationships with specialist medical colleges, health services, government, hospitals and the community, connecting expertise and diverse perspectives to create meaningful change in paediatrics.
 

For more information about this opportunity, please view the information pack.
 

You will be a widely respected leader in paediatrics, with a medical qualification, eligibility for registration as a medical practitioner in Australia, and a specialist qualification recognised by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. You will also hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant disciplinary area, or bring an appropriate combination of professional and academic service relevant to the field.
 

You will bring an outstanding record of academic achievement, including high-impact research, successful researcher supervision, funding, knowledge translation and international engagement. An empathetic and collaborative leader, you will demonstrate excellence in medical education, curriculum and assessment, alongside the ability to build effective teams, develop academic capability, and establish productive relationships with academic, clinical, government, industry and professional partners.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
 

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
 

If you’d like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Professor Craig Munns, Dean, Medical School at ***************@uq.edu.au or Caitlin Savage, Principal Advisor, Talent Acquisition, via ******@uq.edu.au.
 

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
 

Pre-employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration with AHPRA, criminal history checks and mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
 

Please note that the successful candidate’s appointment may be progressed as a conjoint appointment or secondment through Queensland Health.

We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity.
 

We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing ******@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
 

Applications close Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 11.00 pm AEST (R-68257)