The University of Newcastle is seeking an exceptional academic leader in Management to join Newcastle Business School as Professor of Management, while also stepping into a key strategic leadership role as Associate Dean of Sydney Campus. This role comes at an exciting time as we announce our new partnership with the Global Institute of Sport and Venues NSW, who manage the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), and Allianz Stadium, offering unique educational experiences in one of Australia's most iconic venues.

The Role

As Professor of Management, you will lead globally relevant and interdisciplinary research that delivers real-world impact. You’ll drive curriculum innovation, champion research-led teaching, mentor emerging academics, and foster excellence in the student experience. You’ll also play a key role in strengthening our industry partnerships, leveraging existing strong community and industry relationships.

In your three-year fixed-term appointment as Associate Dean (Sydney Campus), you’ll lead the development and delivery of initiatives that position the Sydney campus as a distinctive and growing presence in Australia’s competitive higher education market, building partnerships with industry, government, and professional bodies.

This continuing, full-time role is based at our Sydney Campus (Gadigal land of the Eora Nation), with an expectation that you will maintain regular presence at our Newcastle Campus (Awabakal land).

Newcastle Business School

We are a globally recognised, AACSB and EQUIS-accredited institution known for excellence in education, research, and industry engagement. With campuses in Newcastle, Sydney, Ourimbah, and a strong online presence, we are committed to creating a better future through business.

• Top 175-200 globally for Business and Economics (Times Higher Education)
• Ranked 39th globally in THE Impact Rankings (2024)
• 84% of journal articles published in Q1/Q2 journals

About You

This role would suit an outstanding academic leader with a strong national and international reputation in Management. You will have a proven track record in leading research, teaching, and engagement, and demonstrate a leadership style that embodies the values of collaboration, courage, and excellence.

As a strategic thinker and effective operational leader, you will have the ability to develop educational opportunities, expand teaching programs into new locations, and position the campus for continued growth and success.

A full position description, including the full essential and desirable selection criteria, is available on our website.

What We Offer

• Career Growth & Leadership: This is a career defining role—you will have the opportunity to o influence the direction of one of Australia’s leading business schools—advancing research, education, and engagement—while helping to shape the growth and visibility of our Sydney operations.
• Collaborate with the best: Work alongside leading international faculty in a collegiate and research-driven environment, fostering innovation and thought leadership.
• Global Recognition: Be part of a globally recognised institution, with opportunities for impactful research and collaborations.
• Remuneration: Academic Level E ($ 222,734 + 17% superannuation)
• Relocation support: Including visa sponsorship for international candidates
• Benefits: Extra paid leave, structured career development and training, staff discounts, wellness programs and more (see our benefits at a glance)

Our University

For over 60 years, the University of Newcastle has built a reputation for excellence in education and research, ranking in the top 1% of global universities and among the top 40 for impact. With a strong focus on equity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing socially-oriented leaders, our campuses in Newcastle, the Central Coast, Sydney, and Singapore offer a dynamic environment for academic growth.

The University of Newcastle is proud to be one of the first two Universities in Australia to achieve SAGE Athena Swan Silver Accreditation for gender equity, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI).

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas. We extend that respect to the homelands of our students and staff. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present. We are fully committed to building on our strengths in Indigenous higher education and providing a supportive space for our Indigenous students and communities

Application Process

If you are viewing this advertisement on a job board other than the University’s website, please click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to our site, where you can access the Position Description and submit your application.

Your application must include:

1. Your ORCID ID.
2. A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent).
3. A Cover Letter and Statement (uploaded as a single PDF):
4. Cover Letter (max. 1 page) outlining your interest in the role and providing referee details of 3 referees.
5. Statement (max. 4 pages) addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as listed in the position description.
6. Your CV (max. 5 pages) tailored to your discipline.

Applications Close: 1st June 2025, 11:59PM

You can find more details about our application process here.

Contact Us

Position Enquiries: For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact: Professor James Skinner, Head of School – Newcastle Business School. [email protected] or +61 2 4055 0918

For technical support or alternative submission pathways, please contact: Jenny Newell, Talent Acquisition Specialist. [email protected] or +61 2 4055 0612

** Please note, we do not accept email applications.

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