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Director, John Grill Institute for Project Management Join to apply for the Director, John Grill Institute for Project Management role at University of Sydney. Key Highlights Lead a worldclass institute at the University of Sydney to advance global thought leadership in project delivery through research, education, and strategic partnerships. Fiveyear fixedterm position with an attractive remuneration package, including the possibility of a substantive continuing academic appointment at Level D/E or Professor of Practice depending on candidate profile. About the opportunity The John Grill Institute for Project Leadership, within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sydney, combines rigorous research with real-world application in leadership for complex projects, systems integration, digital transformation, and sustainability. Appointed at an appropriate senior academic level (Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor of Practice), this role serves as a key link between academia, industry, government, and the community. The Institute builds leadership capability through executive education, applied and theoretical research, and strategic partnerships. The Faculty is seeking to appoint a director who will position the Institute as a global thought leader in project leadership and delivery. The Director will provide intellectual, strategic, and operational leadership, shape the Institutes research agenda, strengthen national and international partnerships, and guide its executive education programs. The substantive academic appointment (e.g., Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor of Practice) will be determined based on the successful candidates qualifications, experience, and career trajectory. Exceptional leaders from academia, industry, government, or applied research organisations are encouraged to apply, including those with major engineering achievements, translational impact, commercial innovation, or comparable contributions to the field. About you (skills, capabilities and experience) As a senior academic leader, the appointee will be an accomplished academic or industry leader with a PhD or equivalent professional experience in project management, engineering, business, or a related discipline. They will have an internationally recognised profile in project management or organisational leadership, with demonstrated executive leadership experience, strong financial and governance capabilities in major project delivery and industry innovation, and a proven record of leading highperforming research or professional teams. Experience in executive education, partnership development, and a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and collaborative culture will be essential. Your key responsibilities will be to: provide strategic and operational leadership for the institute shape the research agenda and position the institute as a global thought leader build and strengthen partnerships across academia, industry, and government oversee executive education programs and ensure alignment with university priorities manage financial performance and lead a highperforming, inclusive team Term and remuneration The successful candidate will be offered a continuing position on a fulltime basis and will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidates 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. Contact Dr Mushtaq Sobhan (Senior Talent Partner, Senior Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Operations) on +61 433 556 642 or by email [email protected] Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided if required. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. The University of Sydney - The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr