UWA Institutes and centres

• Part-time (0.5 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 5 years as a secondment from substantive UWA role.
• Base salary range: Level E, $222,129 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
• An additional responsibility allowance will apply

About the area

The Defence and Security Institute (DSI) aims to unify and focus UWA’s expertise and build partnerships in defence and security research, policy, engagement, and education.

UWA DSI’s aims to unite and advance UWA’s capability to be a leader in higher education defence contributions to address Western Australian, Australian and regional defence and security challenges through research, collaborative engagement, and the provision of education and workforce training.

About the opportunity

• Provide leadership of the DSI’s strategy and for leading prioritisation and execution of strategy.
• Work with key partners internally and externally to grow capability and build support for world-class research, education and policy leadership in relation to defence and national security.
• Drive the next phase of development of the DSI and determine its strategic development for the future.

About you

• PhD or equivalent academic standing, with extensive relevant experience and credibility in a defence, policy or STEM-related field
• Leadership and clear vision: ability to articulate clear vision and secure commitment to that vision; to initiate and manage change; to inspire colleagues; to promote teamwork; demonstrated integrity and fairness.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage senior external stakeholders in government, industry, and the Australian Defence Forces.
• Personal effectiveness/self-management: time, pressure, flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to own development.

Position description:  P25 369 POSITION DESCRIPTION [Director, UWA Defence and Security Institute] - Position Number [821084] - Level [E].docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please initially contact Emily Fogarty at emily.fogarty@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 7 August 2025

This position is only open to Current UWA Level E academic staff 

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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