- Rare
opportunity to lead research in minerals and resources engineering - Mawson
Lakes Campus - Five
(5) year fixed term contract
industries of tomorrow and to support the transformation of the industries of
today by partnering with them to deliver disruptive solutions to the challenges
they face. FII represents the Universityof South Australia’s largest i
nvestment in research. Established in 2015,
FII further enhances the University’s internationally competitive research
capacity in core future industries across four key strands:
- Minerals
and resources engineering - Energy
and advanced manufacturing - Environmental
science and engineering - Bioengineering
and nanomedicine
Facilitating an effective and sustainable collaboration between universities
and business, FII supports state and national research and economic development
priorities, and aims to drive economic growth in Australia.
Augmented by a major strategic partnership with University College London’s
(UCL) Faculty of Engineering, FII undertakes global research, inspired by real
world issues.
The University values the diversity of its staff and proactively promotes
opportunities for outstanding female researchers.
Strand Leader: Minerals and
Resources Engineering
As a thought leader and driver of the strategic direction of FII, you will
mentor and empower talented researchers to collaborate with industry to deliver
innovations and new technological solutions in minerals and resources
engineering.
Recognised nationally and internationally as a research leader or innovator in
minerals extraction, minerals processing or a related field, you will build
upon existing relationships and forge new industry partnerships and networks.
Sustained competitive grant funding and a distinguished track record of
high-quality publications are essential for candidates from an academic
background. Candidates with equivalent industry experience will also be highly
regarded and are encouraged to apply.
Working within FII’s dynamic leadership team, you will shape this exciting
enterprise and foster a culture of research excellence.
Enquiries should be directed in confidence to Bill Kett at Heidrick &
Struggles on telephone +61 3 9012 3043 or email futureindustries@heidrick.com.
CLICK HERE to access a copy of the recruitment brochure
Applications close: Friday 27
May 2016
SK91651A