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About the Role

The Associate Dean Research & Innovation provides strategic and operational leadership for research, innovation, research training, industry-partnered research, and external engagement within the school. The role supports the growth of a high-quality, applied, industry-engaged and impact-focused research culture, contributing to student experience, industry engagement, social impact, and the University’s reputation.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership to shape and deliver the School's Research & Innovation strategy, driving research excellence, collaboration, innovation, and alignment with the University's strategic priorities.
Lead the implementation of the School's research and innovation plan, supporting research capability, Higher Degree by Research (HDR) activity, external funding, research performance, and continuous improvement.
Champion a high-performing research culture by strengthening research quality, integrity, governance, compliance, and performance while enhancing the School's national and international reputation.
Build and strengthen partnerships with industry, government, and the community to expand research impact, foster innovation, and create meaningful opportunities for collaboration and external engagement.
Lead and develop a high-performing, collaborative team by driving capability, workforce planning, performance, engagement, and a culture of innovation, inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

A doctoral qualification or equivalent, preferably in tourism, hospitality or business.
Significant track record of leadership in tertiary education including contribution to education policy, processes, governance and research.
Experience in leading research and innovation within an academic or business environment.
Demonstrated track record of contributions to teaching and learning and an intellectual leadership in a defined discipline area.
Experience in developing, leading and managing high performance teams.
Demonstrated national reputation.

Location

Blue Mountains

Work Type

Permanent
Hybrid

Education Level

Doctoral qualification or equivalent

About the Company

Torrens University Australia is a university for the real world.
We are committed to professional development, career advancement and personal aspirations.
We have built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation.

Equal Opportunity

We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward.
Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact maur.bell@torrens.edu.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier free application process as we have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you through the recruitment process.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at yourcareer@torrens.edu.au