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Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Innovation

Employer
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE AUSTRALIA
Location
Newcastle, Australia
Closing date
9 Aug 2019

Job Details

The University of Newcastle Australia is a dynamic and global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence and to creating a better future for its regions through a focus on innovation and real-world impact. We have a proud history of achievement and we celebrate our successes as individuals and as an institution. For over 50 years, our outstanding educators have achieved a long list of accolades and our world-class researchers are recognised for their contribution to many fields of inquiry.

We are seeking an aspirational Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Innovation, to be a part of Vice Chancellor Alex Zelinsky’s new team that will propel his vision for the University forward and expand its reach and impact internationally. An entrepreneurial mindset and being ahead of the trends in research will be key to enacting this robust regional strategy. The opportunities for quality research partnerships are endless in the Hunter Region, with a rich mix of industry, agriculture and a well-connected growing community.

Candidates should demonstrate complex leadership experience in guiding academic performance, research agenda across a multi-stakeholder organisation and in advancing institutional excellence in a global competitive landscape. An innovative, visionary and dynamic individual capable of inspiring minds of the highest calibre, the future incumbent will bring an outstanding personal record of achievement in research and a real commitment to develop an environment that allows talent to thrive.

The University of Newcastle will be supported in a global search for this appointment by the executive search firm Perrett Laver. If you wish to discuss this role further in confidence, please contact Richard Weir at  richard.weir@perrettlaver.com or on +61 2 8354 4015.

For more information and to submit your application please visit the Perrett Laver website at https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies/ quoting reference 4209.

The deadline for applications is Friday 9th August at midnight AEST 2019.

Company

Our vision to become a world-leading university for our regions will take passion and perseverance. We can’t do it without you.

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence.  Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe.  Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

We are looking for people to join our university and bring their global expertise to our region, and to take their impactful research to the world with us.

We are driven by our inclusive focus and are proud of our five-star rating for social equity. We are among the first 15 universities in Australia to receive the Bronze Award under the Athena Swan Charter and we’re striving to achieve Silver.

College of Engineering, Science and Environment

The University’s College of Engineering, Science and Environment (CESE) brings together expertise in engineering, environment, and the sciences to deliver life ready graduates and transformative solutions to our region and the world.  CESE strives for excellence, innovation and equity in teaching, education, research and partnerships.  We are global leaders uncovering new knowledge, creating revolutionary technology, and delivering innovative teaching.

The School of Engineering is one of the most research-intensive Schools within the University.  The School consists of four discipline groupings:

  • Civil and Environmental Engineering and Surveying
  • Chemical and Renewable Energy Engineering
  • Aerospace Systems, Electrical, Computer Systems
  • Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

The School is home to many leading-edge research centres and has strong links with industry through sponsored undergraduate students and research collaborations. It is highly research active, contributing substantially to the overall research inputs and outputs of the CESE.  This is reflected in the 2018 Excellence in Research in Australia outcomes where Electrical, Civil, Mechanical and Resource Engineering codes all received an ERA5.

Currently we have 8 positions available within the School of Engineering. For more information please see links to positions below or visit https://www.livehire.com/careers/universityofnewcastle/jobs

Company info
Telephone
+(61)249215000
Location
UNIVERSITY DRIVE
CALLAGHAN
NEW SOUTH WALES
NSW 2308
Australia

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