Professor of Public Health

Professor of Public Health The University of Western Australia (UWA)

is a world‑ranked research university and a member of Australia’s Group of Eight. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and supportive working environment, UWA offers an exciting opportunity for senior academics to shape public health education and advance research impact.

About the Area The School of Population & Global Health (SPGH) is a research‑intensive academic organisation that believes excellence in research underpins excellence in education and community partnerships. SPGH provides an evidence‑based approach to research and education that influences policy and practice development, supporting staff and students in improving community health and wellbeing.

About the Opportunity The Professor of Public Health will provide strategic leadership in public health teaching and research. The successful candidate will:

Design, deliver, and assess high‑quality undergraduate and postgraduate public health courses.

Lead and manage original research projects and secure external funding.

Supervise PhD and postgraduate students and post‑doctoral researchers.

Contribute to the academic environment of SPGH and UWA, including departmental and university committees.

Collaborate with colleagues across UWA and with external partners to enhance research and teaching.

Full details of the position’s responsibilities and selection criteria are set out in the accompanying position description file (PD – Professor of Public Health – Level E.docx).

How to Apply Please apply online via the ‘Apply Now’ button and ensure that the selection criteria are addressed in a separate document. Statements that describe any personal circumstances relevant to your application are welcomed. For guidance on addressing the selection criteria, visit the university’s

Addressing the selection criteria

page.

You may contact Associate Professor Julie Saunders at

julie.saunders@uwa.edu.au

for further information about this opportunity.

Closing date:

11:55 pm AWST, Wednesday, 26 November 2025

This position is open only to applicants with the relevant rights to work in Australia.

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity UWA is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and equitable workplace that values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform us at the time of application. You may also contact the Talent team at

talent-hr@uwa.edu.au

with details of your query and include the six‑digit job reference number for a quick response.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries: Higher Education

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