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Job Opportunity: Head of Department and Professor, Mechanical Engineering:Maori Pacific JobsJob description:Job DescriptionHead of Department and Professor, Mechanical Engineering»Critical management function – lead, guide, be resilient and empower»Utilise your modern approach to curriculum design and teaching innovation »Join AUT’s dynamic School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences Auckland University of Technology (AUT)is vibrant, achievement-oriented and a compensateing place to work. Ranked in the top 250 of world universities, Information technology is also one of the world’s top 40 young universities and #1 for global research impact in Australasia. We’re poised for the next stage of growth and offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business and industry. AUT has close to 30,000 students and around 3,000 staff across our three teaching campuses and is located in New Zealand’s (NZ’s) largest city,Auckland– consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities. Our well-establishedDepartment of Mechanical Engineeringis part of AUT’s large, unique, dynamic and interdisciplinarySchool of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences (ECMS). The Mechanical Engineering Department has a strong teaching, research and design focus and approximately 20 FTE staff. We prepare industry ready graduates to deal with complex engineering problems, giving them a firm knowledge of industrial computing, and the latest simulation techniques and methodologies to evaluate new materials, products and processes. Become the Head of our Mechanical Engineering department We’re looking for an inspirational senior academic to lead innovative teaching pedagogy, and implement a modern future-focused approach to our engineering curriculum design and delivery. The department has strong growth potential and you will inspire staff around key initiatives in teaching and learning innovations (including new programme creation) and research (such as developing thematic research linking to other areas of engineering and design). Other key focus areas include development of the department’s external profile, creating research collaborations with international partners and industry connections, and attracting students to our programmes. To achieve these aims you’ll need resilience, tenacity, empathy and strong communication expertise as youlead positive change and the professional growth and mentoring of staff. It is an exciting time for the School’s leadership abilities team and you will be a key part of this, contributing to the strategic development and initiatives of this large and diverse academic unit. Great interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities exist across the School and Faculty and you will be expected to embrace these and connect different disciplines and development capabilities. You will also continue to maintain a research profile and take on a reduced teaching load. NOTE: The School of ECMS is also currently advertising for a Professor in Data Science to further bolster its academic leadership abilities, clickHEREFor more information. What kind of person are we seeking? You will be recognised as an academic leader critically displaying attributes of tolerance, empathy, trustworthiness, confidence and kindness. Your capability to listen, connect, collaborate, communicate and influence will be critical – as is your level of strong respect for others coupled with an open and engaging attitude that is flexible to changing requirements. You’ll enhance the positive energy within the University, value diversity and work inclusively. A resolute, robust and positive attitude is essential. Applications and Selection Criteria We welcome applications from Professors (or Associate Professors of high standing) who understand the underpinning disciplines of Mechanical Engineering and have significant staff leadership abilities and management practice. significant discipline backgrounds could include energy, fluid dynamics, machine dynamics, advanced manufacturing technology, engineering design or materials engineering. Please submit a curriculum vitae (including full publication record), cover letter and a statement covering the following key selection criteria : » A record of distinguished academic achievement and research appropriate for appointment as a Professor. A PhD/Doctorate is required. » broad subject matter practice in one (or more) of the disciplines related to the department including in energy. fluid dynamics, machine dynamics, advanced manufacturing technology, , engineering design or materials engineering. » Significant staff management and leadership abilities practice, ideally such as a programme leader/director or another Head of Department function. » A passion for pedagogical leadership abilities and significant practice prosperously developing contemporary and compelling programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. » Significant practice gaining industry support and funding. » Ademonstrated record of commitment toTeTiritio Waitangi and consciousness of New Zealand as a bi-culturalsociety. » Significant practice establishing effective and enduring partnerships with industry, government, professional groups and the wider community. » An excellent knowledge of operational and cultural change management. » A high level of resilience, interpersonal and negotiation expertise, combined with a coaching and consultative approach to leadership abilities. » candidates are welcome to add further comments they may feel of relevance. more information: » Start Date: The prosperous candidate will ideally join AUT in February 2022 (or earlier by negotiation). » The prosperous candidate will secure both a 3-year term to the function of Head of Department (extension may be agreed by mutual consent) and a permanent academic appointment as a Professor. » A competitive remuneration package will be agreed with the prosperous applicant, commensurate with expertise and practice. » Referees will only be engaged for shortlisted candidates and will not contacted without the prior consent of the applicant. When applying, candidates should provide names, contact details and clarification of relationship for at least three potential referees. For academic enquires: Contact Professor Aman Maung Than Oo (Head of School, Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences) –aman.oo@aut.ac.nz. For recruitment information: Contact Mike Wood (AUT Executive Recruitment Partner) –mike.wood@aut.ac.nz. Advertising Closing date: Sunday, 17 October at 23:55pm (New Zealand standard time). We expect interviews to take place during November 2021. Listing reference: 79493 Please note: In response to COVID-19, the New Zealand Government has imposed travel restrictions and are currently only allowing New Zealand residents, citizens and visa holders meeting a strict exception policy to enter the country, all of whom must currently enter Government approved isolation/quarantine for two weeks upon arrival. It’s uncertain when these border restrictions will change, and this may impact the manner in which an offshore candidate will be able to participate in the recruitment process although remote options will be in place. Visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website For more information and updates on the border restrictions. At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to inclusivity and the Treaty of Waitangi and aspire to be the University of choice for M?ori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For more information, please send us an enquiryhereor call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process. How to submit the application:Apply Here:https://careers.aut.ac.nz/jobdetails?ajid=hiXsbAdvertising Closing date: Sunday, 17 October at 23:55pm (New Zealand standard time). We expect interviews to take place during November 2021. Listing reference: 79493Skills:
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