Director, UNSW Canberra Space

Employment type:   Fixed-term contract
Duration: 3 years
Remuneration: Level D/E – Remuneration to be negotiated with the successful candidate
Location: ADFA Campus, UNSW Canberra

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters
UNSW Canberra Space is located within the School of Engineering and Technology. The Director will enhance and increase the UNSW Canberra Space capability for research and Higher Degree Research supervision and will also contribute to UNSW Canberra’s space education programs through course development delivery (including short courses). The position will play a key role in delivering space education to Defence space personnel.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

• A PhD in space engineering or related discipline that complements the breadth of expertise of the School. Or, for Professor of Practice advanced qualifications and/or recognised significant experience in the relevant discipline area/industrial experience. Relevant areas encompass ground, space, and user segments, including spacecraft/payload design and integration; mission design and operations; Earth observation; space domain awareness sensors and mission systems; autonomous/int; autonomous/intelligent satellite constellations; satellite communications; and precision navigation and timing.
• A proven record in senior management with demonstrated experience providing effective strategic leadership in education and research, fostering innovation and leading change management.
• A record of successful engagement at a senior level with government, Defence, and industry to develop long term collaborative research partnerships and translate research into tangible commercial benefits including policy impacts.
• Well-established and sustained record of exemplary professional practice and leadership within a relevant community which extends to a strong network in the Australian space community.
• Demonstrated commitment to strong collegial leadership, engagement, and a capacity to build and maintain effective collaborative partnerships within an academic environment and within and external to the Institute.
• High level interpersonal, leadership, management and negotiations skills, with demonstrated ability to liaise and communicate effectively with academics, members of the community, government, Defence, professional and industry bodies

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Generous superannuation contributions 
• Employee discounts  
• A commitment to lifelong learning  
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Heathy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:

• your CV
• a 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.

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Applications close: Tuesday 26^th November 2024 at 11.30pm AEST

Get in Touch

To discuss the position and how to apply please contact: p.heffernan@unsw.edu.au

For questions regarding the application process - please email h.whale@unsw.edu.au  

(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.