Head of School, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering

QUT is a young, dynamic, and energetic university with a global outlook and a ‘real-world’ focus. It is Australia’s fastest growing research university and invests in collaborative learning and interdisciplinary research environments.

QUT's Science and Engineering Faculty's mission is to be the partner of choice for STEM education and research. The Faculty delivers programs in Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, and Urban Development to over 12,000 students. The Faculty is home to outstanding researchers of international renown, including four ARC Australian Laureate Fellows.

An outstanding leadership opportunity exists for a Head of School within the highly reputable School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. As a key member of the Science and Engineering Faculty Executive team, this is an excellent career opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of an ambitious strategy, which will realise positive outcomes in collaboration, research activity, STEM education, and mutually beneficial relationships with industry, government and other partners.  Reporting to the Deputy Dean, the Head of School will be an inclusive leader andskilled communicator, with the ability to work with all levels of the University and partners to lead, support and develop the School’s strengths in research, teaching and external engagement.

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering brings together engineers who deliver teaching and research excellence in the sustainable design, planning, construction and operation of infrastructure and resource management to solve societal challenges and support more liveable communities, and design and improve infrastructure by addressing real-world challenges such as overpopulation, naturaldisasters and climate change. The School’s key research strengths include but are not limited to; climate change adaptation, disaster management, infrastructure resilience, structural health monitoring, fire safety engineering, transport systems and resilient pavements.

Robinson Fitzgerald is assisting QUT with this appointment. For a confidential discussion and/or to obtain the candidate information booklet for the role please contact Kate Robinson via +61 409 769 560 or krobinson@robinsonfitzgerald.com.au quoting Ref No. RF0091. Applications close on the 20 March 2020.

Primary Location: Australia-Brisbane -CBD
Employee Status: Permanent/Continuing
Schedule: Full-time
Closing Date: 20/03/2020, 11:30 PM
Salary Details: An attractive renumeration will be negotiated with the successful applicant.