Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) – University of Canterbury
- Lead research and innovation in New Zealand’s second oldest University.
- Develop and lead the Research and Innovation Strategy in a growing, dynamic University located in New Zealand’s fastest growing region with a progressive research and development culture.
- Deliver outcomes in the research impact and commercialisation of university intellectual property.
The Te Tumu Tuarua | Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) is responsible for advancing the University’s research and innovation objectives and impact. This includes increasing external research funding, ensuring that relevant research policies are in place and enhancing societal impact through commercialisation and other appropriate research engagement activities. Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and working with Faculty Executive Deans and the DVC (Academic), the DVC (R&I) will build the University’s national and international research stature and impact.
The Position
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (R&I) at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury is responsible for developing and implementing the University’s research and innovation strategy, ensuring that research policies, plans, and processes build upon Canterbury’s distinctive contributions to national and global significant research. Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, this role will provide advice on research policy and strategy, promote research, research training and engagement with government, industry, other universities and research institutes to foster a high-performance research culture that raises research productivity and impact. The DVC (R&I) will contribute as a key member of the Executive team to build a shared leadership culture that positions the Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury for a sustainable future.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong research leadership and management capabilities that engages internal and external stakeholders to achieve a whole of university approach to implementing the University’s Research and Innovation Strategy. You will have a track record of translating strategy into successful delivery, strong communication and people skills, with strong experience in engagement with industry, government and other stakeholders. Also important are, the capacity to secure external funding and build industry and other partnerships locally and internationally. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a commercialisation strategy for the University and optimising outcomes.
The successful candidate will be appointed to the Te Tumu Tuarua | Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation) position as a term appointment (usually five years). Following the term, the successful candidate will transition into a continuing academic position at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. Academic rank will be assessed at the appointment stage.
The Organisation
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury has proudly been serving communities in New Zealand and the world for over 150 years. The University is ranked among the best universities in the world and has a reputation for high-quality education and research. The University of Canterbury’s values — manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tiakitanga— are based around empowering others to be the best in their work, studies, and interactions with each other.
Immersed in the heart of Ōtautahi | Christchurch – the second largest city in New Zealand – Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury provides an experience unlike any other New Zealand university.
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum across seven faculties – Engineering, Science, Health, Arts, Education, Law and the Business School – Engineering being the largest faculty, with many of the academics’ leaders in their field.
The strategic vision commits Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury to continue and strengthen its focus on four research themes: Resilient Cities and Communities, Sustainable Futures, Living Well and Technology for Humanity. With significant research strength in several research areas such as renewable and hydrogen energy, aerospace and sustainability the University is building strong industry partnerships and contributing to the direction of the region.
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Applications close: 29 September 2024
Please click on “Apply Now”, using reference UCAdvc0824, addressing your cover letter and resume to Andrew Norton, of Fisher Leadership, or call +61 3 9016 6000 for further information.
Applications must include:
- a cover letter;
- a curriculum vitae which includes a list of relevant research publications;
- details of three referees; and
- a vision statement for Research and Innovation aligned with UC’s Strategy.