Vice-Chancellor
The Vice-Chancellor Professor leads Deakin’s strategic and academic vision, driving balanced excellence in our mission to be Australia’s most progressive university.
Deakin University is currently led by Caretaker Vice-Chancellor, Professor Matthew Clarke, during a leadership transition. Council will appoint an Acting Vice-Chancellor in due course, ahead of a search for the next Vice-Chancellor.
This page contains references to Professor Iain Martin, Vice-Chancellor until 9 June 2026. Information about University leadership is being updated as part of the current transition.
The social licence challenge confronting Australian universities
Professor Martin is spearheading a national conversation on the future of Australian universities, their community responsibilities and efforts to rebuild public trust. Research by Deakin University has shown that one third of Australians do not trust universities. Professor Martin's white paper explores the social licence challenge facing higher education and puts forward recommendations for a unified sector response.
Speaking up
Professor Martin regularly contributes to public debates on matters affecting the higher education sector. Read about our positions on policy, education, research and other matters of interest.
Vice-Chancellor’s remuneration
Deakin is committed to transparency around the Vice-Chancellor's remuneration and updates this information annually alongside the release of the University's Annual Report.
Contact us
Vice-Chancellor’s Office
+61 3 5227 8503
Email Vice-Chancellor's Office
Geelong Waterfront Campus
1 Gheringhap Street
Geelong, Victoria 3220
