- Dean of Programs (2 positions) and Dean of Research (1 position)
- Five-year fixed term contract, part of the Executive Team of UniSA STEM
- At least one of the three appointments will be female or gender-diverse
Australia’s University of Enterprise
At UniSA, we educate global professionals ready to create and inspire change. We deliver research that is informed by end users, as well as inspired by global challenges and opportunities.
We look for those with the right knowledge, creativity and a can-do attitude, who know how to communicate and collaborate. We value people who are inspired by new challenges, who ask questions and propose solutions, who are authentic, engaged and committed to our goals as a university.
At the forefront of cross-disciplinary collaboration, UniSA STEM is developing the next wave of innovative thinkers and new possibilities. Harnessing connections across science, technology, engineering and mathematics, we create innovative solutions and groundbreaking developments across teaching, learning and research.
About the Roles
UniSA STEM has a team of three Deans of Programs. Each Dean of Programs leads the academic quality, performance and reputation of a group of UniSA STEM’s programs and courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
UniSA STEM’s Dean of Research works closely with the Director: Future Industries Institute (FII) to lead UniSA STEM’s research activity and research education program.
All Deans of Programs and the Dean of Research report to the Executive Dean: STEM, and are members of the STEM Executive team.
The Deans of Programs will work as a team to lead the academic quality, performance and reputation of UniSA STEM’s programs and courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level, delivered on-campus, online, mixed-mode and offshore. STEM delivers programs in Aviation, Construction Management, Engineering (Civil, Electrical and Mechanical), Environmental Science, Information Technology, Information Management, Mathematics and Data Science, Project Management and Science. Each Dean of Programs leads a team of Program Directors, and will liaise with Government, industry practitioners and accrediting bodies, to raise the profile and impact of the programs of UniSA STEM to meet the needs of current and future workforces, nationally and internationally.
The Dean of Research will work closely with the Director of the Future Industries Institute to lead the development and delivery of the strategy for high-quality research within the Academic Unit to implement the University’s research strategy. Areas of research strength within STEM include Applied Mathematics, AR/VR, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering (Civil, Materials, Mechanical, Electrical Power, Telecommunications), Environmental Science, Laser Physics and more. The Dean of Research will also maintain a strong record of personal research activity and academic achievements including collaboration and research leadership nationally and internationally.
The team of Deans in UniSA STEM work together to embed a strong teaching-research nexus in the Unit’s education programs and proactively contribute to the development of research capability through staff associated with the program portfolio.
Essential Skills and Experience
We are seeking strategic and visionary leaders who will take accountability for the delivery of quality and excellence in all that they do, respond rapidly to emerging internal and external challenges; anticipating and interpreting uncertainty to provide direction for their teams.
To succeed in these roles in UniSA STEM you must be a high performing and proven team player, with strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, who embraces diversity and inclusion in all of your interactions with staff and students.
Applicants for the Dean of Programs roles would have an excellent record of achievement in leading and delivering high quality, practice-informed teaching programs that achieve outstanding student satisfaction and graduate outcomes.
Applicants for the Dean of Research role would have an outstanding record of substantial and sustained achievement, collaboration and leadership in research, with a focus on industry connections and translation to real world outcomes, and a demonstrated strength in developing and leading interdisciplinary teams.
Benefits and Culture
You’ll enjoy a dynamic and agile culture, with a “can do” attitude, which thrives on breaking new ground. We offer a competitive remuneration package that includes generous superannuation contributions, relocation support and a range of other benefits including a family friendly approach to ensure you enjoy a healthy work/life balance and enviable lifestyle working and living in Adelaide .
How to Apply
Please refer to the online application form which will indicate which selection criteria you need to address. Please address your cover letter for the role to Professor Julie Mills, Executive Dean, STEM. For further information about the position or the recruitment process contact Professor Julie Mills via email to [email protected] .
Applications close: 11.30pm Wednesday 13 July 2022
Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.
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