Professor of Strategy and Negotiation (Education Focused)

19 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Research Field

Management sciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Australia

Application Deadline

15 Apr 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

• Based at Camperdown Campus, Sydney, close to parks, public transport hubs and shopping districts
• Join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort in the University Sydney Business School
• Continuing full-time position with an attractive remuneration package
• Access up to AUD$30K to support education-related activities, including education-related research and education-related professional development and learning

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney Business School has an outstanding international reputation in management research and teaching, and works in close cooperation with industry, government, and the not-for-profit sectors. We are regarded as a leader in the region and are one of the very few Australian schools to hold business and accounting accreditation from AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International and EQUIS (European Foundation for Management Development Quality Improvement System) accreditation. The University of Sydney Business School is also the only Australian member school of CEMS (the Community of European Management Schools and International Companies). We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us.

Our Discipline of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SIE) was formed in 2018 and serves as a key plank in the Business School's "Innovative. Responsible. Sustainable" strategy to distinguish itself among the leading Business Schools in Australia. SIE engages in impactful teaching and high-quality research to develop actionable knowledge for a sustainable future. Driven by ambitious standards of excellence, we partner with academia, business, governments, and civil society organisations.

Education-focused roles are a specialised category of academic engagement reserved for talented educators with a passion for, and demonstrated excellence in, pedagogical practice and design. A Professor of Strategy/Negotiations (Education Focused) is expected to make significant contributions to developing teaching and learning practice, design, and evaluation within their School and will be on a trajectory towards leadership in educational design and delivery.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop, teach and coordinate units of study (courses) in Strategy and Negotiations to culturally diverse cohorts of undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students
• develop a strong profile with external stakeholders, particularly in relation to pedagogical activities in the areas of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• be involved in multidisciplinary collaborations with Genesis, the Sydney Knowledge Hub and Sydney Incubate, as well as external stakeholders
• contribute to the educational and administrative duties of the Discipline and School

Professor of Strategy and Negotiation (Education Focused) dedicates the majority of their contribution to teaching and teaching-related activities (up to 70%), with a minimum of 20% research and 10% governance, service, and engagement. Additionally, you will mentor junior academics, providing advice on teaching methodologies, education research approaches, publications, and career advancement.

Successful candidates will join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort. For further insights into this exciting opportunity, we invite you to watch this video .

About you

We are looking for a Professorial level Educator in Strategy/Negotiations who possess:

• a completed PhD or higher degree in Strategy, Innovation or Entrepreneurship or a related area
• demonstrated experience in successfully delivering high-quality teaching at undergraduate, postgraduate or MBA level, including unit of study coordination, delivery of lectures, and assessment of student learning activities
• capacity to work in a contemporary university context, including innovation in teaching and delivering content in face-to-face and online environments to stimulate and engage students
• a developing network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders to assist in curriculum development and transformation and developing 'work-ready' graduates
• the ability to work successfully in a team and commit to a collegial approach

To be considered for this position, please describe and illustrate how you meet the above criteria in your cover letter and upload it online. Ensure that you include in the cover letter:

• examples of your successful involvement in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of teaching and learning activities
• examples of effective teamwork in which you have been involved, including your contribution to the team
• detail your experience of teaching large and diverse groups of students at either undergraduate or postgraduate level, with a particular focus on your use of learning technologies

Term and remuneration

This is a full-time, continuing position. 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

Click to view the Position Description for this role.

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:

John Flynn (Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations) on +61 481 564 562 or by email [email protected]

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday, 15 April 2024

Other

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.

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.

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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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Country

Australia

City

Marrickville

Postal Code

Camperdown

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/367515/professor-of-strate…

Contact

City

Marrickville

STATUS: EXPIRED