Full-time, Continuing Appointment

Reference number: 201410383

About the position

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• An exceptional faculty with distinguished credentials and a passion for teaching and mentoring students
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A strong commitment to community involvement and social responsibility

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• Annual leave loading for continuing and fixed term Academic staff
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependants#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the Position

This is an outstanding opportunity for a suitably qualified academic to join the Faculty of Society & Design at an exciting time of growth and development.

The emphases of the position are to deliver and undertake teaching and research within the areas of project management and innovation. Our courses are discipline-generic and not focused on construction/engineering (i.e. must be able to teach across discipline boundaries). Additional experience related to any of the areas listed below would be favoured:

• Leadership
• Business transformation
• Finance and portfolio management
• Sustainable development

About the person

The successful applicant will hold a PhD in a cognate field and have extensive relevant industry or research experience. It is desirable that the applicant is a certified professional practitioner with the AIPM, PMI or equivalent professional association and have a strong professional network.

As a member of academic staff, you will be responsible for contributing to teaching, research and service in the Faculty and University at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will also engage in professional and industry liaison and provide student support within the Faculty.

Salary details

The salary for this position is outlined below and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience.

Assistant Professor A remuneration commences at $165,010.96 per annum plus 12% superannuation.

Assistant Professor B remuneration commences at $138,836.18 per annum plus 12% superannuation.

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Dr Amir Ghanbaripour - Discipline Lead, at aghanbar@bond.edu.au, phone: 07 5595 1567.

The expected starting date for this position will be April 2027.

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.

• Assistant Professor A Position Description
• Assistant Professor B Position Description
• Selection Criteria

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• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above

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Applications close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 15 November 2026

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration. For more information, please visit our website via this link: Applying for Jobs at Bond

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Employment Contract (BEC).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at anytime during the recruitment process.

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