Deputy Director – Defence & Security Institute

About the role

The Deputy Director will work closely with the Director of the UWA Defence and Security Institute to shape the Institute’s strategic direction, strengthen partnerships, and enhance its impact on defence and national security research.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing the Institute’s strategic plan and growth initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships across UWA schools, research institutes, and senior leadership.
• Develop partnerships with government, defence organisations, industry, and international collaborators.
• Support researchers in identifying funding opportunities and collaborative projects.
• Represent the Institute at national and international forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.
• Lead outreach, public engagement, and events to raise the Institute’s profile.
• Act on behalf of the Director, including serving as Acting Director when required.

Required profile

• PhD in defence and security, political science, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in academic leadership, partnership development, and research administration.
• Strong record of securing competitive research funding and managing collaborative projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required skills

• Strategic partnership development
• Research funding acquisition
• Stakeholder engagement and representation

What we offer

• Part‑time (0.2 FTE) fixed‑term appointment until November 2027.
• Competitive salary range (Level C or Level D) with 17 % superannuation.
• Opportunity to influence defence and security research at a leading Australian university.