Academic Director, Haide College

Job no:509980
Work type:Fixed term - Full-time
Campus:Adelaide
Categories:Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated at Level D plus and employer contribution of 17% superannuation will apply

3 Year fixed-term contract at 1.0 FTE available immediately

Aligned with Future Making strategy, this is a significant strategic opportunity supporting the growth aspirations of the University as set out in the Pillar Plans of our Strategic Plan.

The University of Adelaide (UoA) has entered into a partnership with Ocean University of China (OUC) and Australian Education Management Group (AEMG) to develop a Joint School (Haide College) in Qingdao, China to enhance our growth and diversify our student cohort through additional pathways.

Reporting to the Deputy Dean (International), Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology; the Academic Director Haide College provides outstanding academic and strategic leadership in the partnership between UoA and OUC, and ensuring the successful operation of Haide College. The Academic Director is responsible for ensuring effective communication and engagement with the leadership and key staff at Haide College.

The Academic Director will have oversight of the development and delivery of the UoA’s contributions to the Haide College teaching programs and is responsible for overseeing excellence in the student learning experience in courses that are taught by UoA staff at Haide College. Programs included relate to areas of Biological Science, Food Science and Mathematical Sciences.

This role will work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the UoA and OUC, and engage with industry and community partners to promote and enhance the national and international profile of UoA through Haide College. Travel to China will be required.

The ability to converse in Mandarin is desirable.

To be successful you will need:

• Established international reputation as a respected leader including experience in academic planning and evidence of an effective contribution to a leadership team.
• A strong track record of working in an international environment, particularly China.
• Strong leadership style which inspires, promotes a culture of high engagement, commitment and performance.
• Willingness and ability to teach into and coordinate Haide College programs.
• Highly developed stakeholder relationship management abilities including success in working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders, influencing with tact and fostering credibility at all levels.
• The ability to effectively manage all operational aspects of the UoA side of Haide College including demonstrated financial acumen.
• Demonstrated experience in leading Australian academic education quality assurances processes.
• PhD relevant to Haide College programs.

Please note: Staff with an existing University of Adelaide contract of 1.0 FTE are able to negotiate a reduced fraction to undertake this role in addition to their current duties.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace located in one of the most liveable cities in the world. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long and fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our cutting-edge work - not just in global academic and student engagement, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our core values are honesty, respect, fairness, discovery and excellence. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your School’s broader role

Haide College will provide students access to a global education, allowing them to gain a deeper, more-nuanced understanding of their disciplines, better communication across languages and cultures, and build important international connections that will facilitate their future careers.

Haide College Academics undertake regular teaching visits to China and contribute to the overall success of the Joint School.

We are focused on ensuring our students continue to develop the necessary knowledge and graduate attributes that will equip them to make a real positive difference in an ever evolving world.

Learn more at: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/global-engagement/international-partnerships-agreements/haide-college

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the essential selection criteria for the position as contained in the role statement.

Applications close 11:55pm, 18 July 2022.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:
Professor Scott Smith
Deputy Dean (International)
Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology (SET)
E: [email protected]

For the system application queries, contact:
Ms Suzanah Saha
Talent Acquisition Specialist, The University of Adelaide
E: [email protected]

Note: from 8th July onwards, please contact Mr David Ball - Talent Acquisition Specialist
E: [email protected]  

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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Opportunity employer, Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply

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