Lead strategic growth in Lincoln University's research endeavours through the Research Management Office, advancing research goals and providing operational management and team leadership.
Seeking applications for a motivated Professor to provide strategic leadership in the University through the Research Management Office.
In this role, you will be developing and implementing strategies to maintain growth in the areas of responsibility, contributing to academic excellence and leading people in support of the University's strategy and values.
Lincoln University's Research Management Office (RMO) is responsible for the development and implementation of University-wide strategic initiatives to further grow and protect this research activity and associated revenue and provides advice and support for researchers across the full research funding process.
Some tasks of the role include:
Leadership & strategic direction
Financial management & staff leadership
Stakeholder & community relationship
Operational management
This is a fixed-term position ending January 2028, working 37.5 hours per week based at our Lincoln Campus. The salary range is negotiable from around $142,000 per annum in line with the Professor Salary Scale in the Academic Collective Employment Agreement.
To be successful in this role you will need:
A completed PhD in a relevant field, or other relevant qualifications commensurate with the seniority of the role
Demonstrable leadership in creating, managing and maintaining high performing and collaborative teams of professional and research staff.
Experience and the ability to create and maintain connections with the primary sector and government.
Project management and project structure skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with, mentor and lead colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Evidence of an effective contribution to the administration or interests of an organisation including appropriate budget planning and management.
A demonstrated record of scholarly research including publication or where appropriate, extensive relevant industry/professional experience.
Demonstrated commitment to Manaakitaka and Lincoln University values.
As an employee of Lincoln University, you can reap the rewards of working in a supportive organisation with a commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion.
From day one you will be eligible for our staff benefits such as:
Professional growth with our staff training & development programme
Generous leave entitlements
Annual salary reviews
Contributions towards eye tests and the cost of glasses
Free on-site car parking
Work-life balance with a family-friendly, flexible work environment
Access to free confidential wellbeing support services through ClearHead
Access to employee member benefits with Southern Cross Health Insurance
A state of the art, on-campus gym with discounted fees
Access to on-site early childhood centre with discounted staff rates
Access to various staff social groups and activities
Great location - with new development, stunning gardens & greenery, three onsite cafes and walking distance to Lincoln township.
Te Whare Wanaka o Aoraki Lincoln University is a distinctive, specialist University focused on advancing knowledge through impactful research and higher education that benefits land-based industries in New Zealand and worldwide.
Our University's campus is at the centre of the Lincoln research precinct and is complemented by a network of university-owned farms and research stations, which are crucial to combining good education and training with demonstration and skills. Students are at the heart of Lincoln University and we inspire them to make a difference through the delivery of world-class teaching and research to grow their potential and help shape a more sustainably productive world.
We are a progressive university with an ambitious vision and a commitment to having a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of its community. Staff engage students, parents, government, iwi, the wider community and many other external stakeholders and are expected to uphold the reputation of Lincoln University through the way they undertake their work.
Lincoln University's Te Tiriti o Waitangi responsibilities begin with mana whenua. We acknowledge the special relationship and responsibilities our University has to Ngai Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Runanga which are embedded in our He Tutohinga Whakamatau, Charter of Understanding.
Please apply online with your CV and cover letter.
Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to ******.
Reference # 2024-18424
Posted on 11 Nov 2024
Closes on 08 Dec 2024 18:00 NZST
Location(s) Lincoln University Campus
Expertise Academic, General Mgmt/Executive, Research
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