Professor of Practice - STEM Education

• We are seeking a Professor of Practice - STEM Education

• Located in Camperdown

• 3 year FIXED-TERM (0.2 FTE 1 day per week) position with an attractive remuneration package

About the opportunity

The Sydney School of Education and Social Work manages successful funded partnerships with local schools and communities, state and federal government departments, through to international scholarly collaborations on global standards of education and social policy.

Some of our recent research partners include: NSW Department of Education and Communities, Telstra, SAX Institute, Department of Industry and Science, Office for Learning and Teaching and the UK Arts and Humanities Research Council.

A Professor of Practice is an esteemed leader in their profession with an international reputation for outstanding impact, achievement and influence. A Professor of Practice brings their extensive professional experience to the University and actively contributes to the furthering of the profession through their engagement with collaborators, students and the broader community.

A Professor of Practice contributes to the leadership and strategic direction of the University by participating in collegial governance and decision-making and fosters a culture of excellence through guiding academic staff and students towards success. A Professor of Practice maintains their reputation by actively contributing to innovation in the profession, scholarship relating to the profession, academic debate and policy development within the University and beyond.

About you (skills, capabilities and experience)

• Professional qualifications appropriate to the discipline of STEM education and significant experience as a leader within the profession

• An international reputation as a leading authority in the profession

• Demonstrated success in integrating and applying complex theoretical concepts to advance professional practice

• A wide network of established relationships with key industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of the discipline, School/ Faculty and University

• Significant experience in people leadership and management, including demonstrated excellence in supervising and/or mentoring others to success

• An understanding of the key strategic issues in the higher education sector related to initial teacher education and STEM education.

Term and remuneration

This position is 3 years fixed term position offering 0.2 FTE (1 day per week). The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

How to apply

Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via the link above. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details.

Candidate Information Brochure

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a copy of the candidate information brochure, a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact:

Lucy Porter (Senior Talent Partner, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources) on + 61 429 771 115 or by email [email protected]

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working With Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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Applications Close

Thursday 16 May 2024 11:59 PM