Associate Professor/Professor of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Education Focused)

• Based at Camperdown Campus, Sydney, close to parks, public transport hubs and shopping districts 
• Join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort in the University of Sydney Business School
• Continuing full-time position with an attractive remuneration package 
• Access to up to AUD$30K to support education-related activities, including education-related research and education-related professional development and learning  

About the opportunity 

The University of Sydney welcomes applications for an Associate Professor/Professor of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Education Focused) in the University of Sydney Business School. 

The University of Sydney Business School has an outstanding international reputation in management research and teaching, and works in close cooperation with industry, government, and the not-for-profit sectors. With a range of top-ranked programs and prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, we are in the top 1% of business schools worldwide and global leaders in business and management education. We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us. 

Our Discipline of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship was formed in 2018 and serves as a key plank in the Business School’s “Innovative. Responsible. Sustainable” strategy to distinguish itself among the leading Business Schools in Australia. We engage in impactful teaching and high-quality research to develop actionable knowledge for a sustainable future. Driven by ambitious standards of excellence, we partner with academia, business, governments, and civil society organisations. 

With the introduction of the new University of Sydney Enterprise Agreement 2023-26, the University has committed to establishing and advertising new continuing education-focused academic positions. The positions are for talented educators with a passion for, and demonstrated excellence in, teaching, curriculum design, educational practice and innovation, as well as research capability (in disciplinary and/or education-related research). This newly recruited group of educators are recognised both internationally and within the university for their expertise in educational delivery and will support an uplift in the teaching capability and student experience at the University of Sydney. 

Successful candidates will join the Sydney Horizon Educators cohort. For further insights into this exciting opportunity, we invite you to watch this video.  

The Associate Professor/Professor of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Education Focused) dedicates the majority of their contribution to teaching and teaching-related activities (up to 70%), with a minimum of 20% research and 10% governance, service, and engagement. Additionally, you will mentor junior academics, providing advice on teaching methodologies, education research approaches, publications, and career advancement. 

The role will drive pedagogical advancements, requiring commitment to research and scholarship in educational methodologies, technology, and pedagogical approaches within Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship to deliver high quality educational experiences and outcomes. It is geared towards scholars deeply engaged with teaching and learning committed to playing a pivotal role in education leadership. The successful incumbent will participate in communities of practice with other education focused roles in the Discipline, School, and University. 

The key responsibilities of the role will be to:

• develop, teach and coordinate units of study (courses) within Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship to culturally diverse cohorts of undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students
• develop a strong profile with external stakeholders, particularly in relation to pedagogical activities in the areas of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SIE)
• engage in research aimed at publication in high-quality peer-reviewed pedagogical or discipline-specific academic journals
• collaborate with SIE’s Genesis accelerator and SIE-related multidisciplinary activities with partners across the University such as the Sydney Knowledge Hub and Sydney Incubate, as well as external stakeholders
• contribute to the educational and administrative duties of the Discipline and School. 

About you 

We are looking for an outstanding Associate Professor or Professor level educator in Strategy, Innovation or Entrepreneurship. Applicants should possess the following, and include a response to each of the Selection Criteria in their cover letter as part of their application: 

• A completed PhD or higher degree in Strategy, Innovation or Entrepreneurship or a related area
• Proven international standing for academic excellence demonstrated through original, innovative and distinguished contributions to scholarship and research

• Demonstrated experience in successfully delivering high-quality teaching at undergraduate, postgraduate or MBA level, including unit of study coordination, delivery of lectures, and assessment of student learning activities
• Capacity to work in a contemporary university context, including innovation in teaching and delivering content in face-to-face and online environments with a notable track record for enhancing student outcomes and pioneering educational innovations
• The ability to work successfully in a team and commit to a collegial approach
• An established network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders, with the ability to integrate these relationships to assist in curriculum development and student learning
• Demonstrated community service with significant contribution to governance and collegial life within the university, including undertaking significant administrative and/or committee positions. 

In your application cover letter to address the criteria above, please evidence: 

• Examples of your successful involvement in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of teaching and learning activities
• Examples of effective teamwork in which you have been involved, including your contribution to the team
• Your experience of teaching large and diverse groups of students at either undergraduate or postgraduate level, with a particular focus on your use of learning technologies. 

Term and remuneration 

Full-time continuing position. 

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. 

How to apply 

Applications (including a CV, a cover letter detailing your response to the Selection Criteria, and outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role supported by examples) must be submitted via the link above. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details. 

Candidate Information Brochure 

If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. 

For a copy of the candidate information brochure, a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact:

Tracy-Ann Gordon (Senior Talent Partner, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources) on (02) 8627 6820 or by email tracy-ann.gordon@sydney.edu.au 

Other 

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. 

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. 

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 LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.  

Closing date for applications 

11.59pm, Wednesday 23 October 2024 

How to apply 

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