Professor of Genetics

Full-Time, Continuing Appointment

Reference number: 100791746

As Australia's first private University, Bond University based at Robina, Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

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• Free staff car parking
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependants#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the position

An opportunity has arisen for a distinguished academic to join the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine in the Biomedical Science discipline and provides an ideal opportunity for an individual with capacity to provide leadership and promote a culture of excellence in biomedical and health sciences teaching and research.

Situated within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, the Biomedical Sciences discipline is responsible for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Bachelor of Health Sciences and associated Honours programs and contributes to teaching within the Bachelor of Medical Studies (the pre-clinical phase of the Bond Medical Program).  The Quality Indicators of Learning and Teaching (QILT) rankings currently list the Biomedical Sciences discipline as number 1 in Australia for overall student satisfaction.

The faculty offers a broad range of research opportunities within biomedical and health sciences. Research within the faculty is multidisciplinary with potential for collaborations with Faculty Research Centres including Clem Jones Centre for Regenerative Medicine, Centre for Urology Research and numerous research groups.

The Discipline invites applications from distinguished academics with research and teaching experience in genetics and molecular diagnostics. 

 The successful candidate will have the following:

• a PhD or equivalent qualification.
• an outstanding internationally recognised track record, with evidence of effective teaching, scholarship and research in genetics and academic administration relevant to biomedical and health sciences disciplines.
• excellent leadership skills including the ability to mentor and support staff at all levels along with significant experience in building effective working relationships will be required for success in this role.
• area(s) of research expertise that will synergise with current faculty research interests within the Biomedical and Health Sciences field in order to maximise potential for collaborative research.

The salary for the position commences at $207,985 per annum plus 17.5% superannuation and will be negotiated commensurate on skills and experience.  Salary packaging options are available for eligible employees.

Position-related enquiries can be directed to:  Professor Nick Zwar, Executive Dean - Health Sciences and Medicine (*****@bond.edu.au) 

or   Associate Professor Catherine McDermott, Head of Program, Biomedical Science (********@bond.edu.au).

For further details regarding this appointment please reference the position description and selection criteria at Jobs at Bond | Bond University

Applications will be submitted online via the Careers at Bond University candidate portal. Please follow the 'How to apply' instructions provided. All candidates will be required to register prior to submitting an application.

Applications close: 5:00pm, Sunday 7 April 2024

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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