Head of Discipline, Art (Academic Level C or D)

Lead innovation and operational excellence of the Art Discipline. Drive strategic alignment and the enhancement of research and teaching capacity.

• Enrich Art engagement within our unique Tasmanian context and beyond
• Foster collaboration, sustainable growth and impactful programs
• Full-time, ongoing leadership opportunity based in Hobart

­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Your new Role

Contributing innovative leadership and future focused insight, you’ll join the School of Creative Arts and Media as Head of Discipline, Art at either Academic Level C or D. Leading the strategic alignment and operational management of the Art program, this role offers the opportunity to drive the creation and implementation of a strategy to enhance research impact and teaching capacity.

In addition to contributing high-quality research of international standing, you will supervise higher degree students and lead curriculum innovation and exemplary teaching, committed to enhancing the student experience and securing student load targets.

As a contemporary and dynamic leader able to foster a positive and collaborative environment, you’ll develop outstanding academic research and teaching capability and build effective relationships within the University, the profession, industry and wider community.

With the transformation of our Northern and Southern campuses and the new Hedberg Building, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead the sustainable and strategic reimagining of the Art program and to enrich Art engagement within our unique Tasmanian context.

About the University

The University of Tasmania is building a vision of a place-based University with a mission to enhance the intellectual, economic, social and cultural future of Tasmania, and from Tasmania, contribute to the world in areas of distinctive advantage.

The College of Art’s Law and Education’s (CALE) mission is to develop the next generation of thinkers and professionals in education, social work, law, media, policing and justice, and the cultural and creative industries. Our research seeks a deep engagement with our place and a global impact that begins with our local communities.

Tasmania might be small, but it’s got a creative arts scene that other places can only dream of. As part of the School of Creative Arts and Media, you’ll become a part of our bustling island’s creative revolution.

What You’ll need to succeed

As a dynamic and established practice-based academic leader, your relevant PhD will be supported by a record of and ongoing commitment to research and demonstrated academic achievement commensurate with appointment to level C or D (as outlined in the position description).

Your extensive experience and excellence in teaching and learning will display your student focus, digital and blended teaching capability, course coordination and flexible multi-location teaching.

An understanding of contemporary Universities and the ability to build staff capacity and student load will support innovative leadership to sustainably grow the program and deliver strategic priorities.

Previous achievement and demonstrated success in leadership and promoting Art activities and curriculum improvements will contribute to your achievement in uplifting capability and enhancing student engagement and experience.

What’s on Offer?

On offer is a full-time, ongoing opportunity at Academic Level C or D, with a 3-year concurrent leadership role as Head of Discipline. The role will be based in Hobart, with relocation assistance available. Additional staff benefits and discounts include health, fitness, accommodation, and banking to name a few.

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level or C or D, with a base salary within the range of $126,906 – 144,122 at Level C or $152,077 - $164,905 at Level D, plus 17% superannuation

Considering a move to Tasmania to take up this opportunity?

Offering a breath of fresh air, our island State’s wild landscapes, unique towns and fascinating history have something for everyone. Tasmania has crafted a unique brand of creativity and adventure; case in point: world-famous MONA and the exceptional mountain bike tracks of Derby. Our world-famous food and wine provide an abundance of fresh seafood, family-run wineries and distilleries, and culinary experiences celebrating farm-fresh produce. From our island shores, our research extends to the great Southern Ocean and down to the Antarctic.

How to Apply?

Please provide your up-to-date resume, a 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role, and full responses to the Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience success criteria from the position description.

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you, for further information about this position, Associate Professor Meg Keating – Head of School, Creative Arts and Media, via [email protected].

We celebrate the strength that diversity brings. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

Applications close Sunday 22^nd January 2023 , 11:55pm.

Position Description - Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Art

COVID-19 Update:

The University of Tasmania recognises that this is critical for the workforce at the University to protect the safety of our workforce and vulnerable Tasmanians.

Applicants for this role must be prepared to provide evidence of Covid-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.