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Professor of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The University of Sydney
Application
Details
Posted: 27-May-25
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Entrepreneurship
Strategic Management
Strategizing, Activities & Practice
Function:
Distinguished Professor
Level:
7-10 years
Position:
Tenure Track or Tenured
Required Education:
Ph.D
Internal Number: 0135654
Excellent opportunity to contribute to the teaching and research in the discipline of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Located on Darlington campus
Continuing full-time position with an attractive remuneration package
About the opportunity
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. We are regarded as a leader in the region and are one of the very few Australian schools to hold business and accounting accreditation from AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International and EQUIS (European Foundation for Management Development Quality Improvement System) accreditation. The University of Sydney Business School is also the only Australian member school of CEMS (the Community of European Management Schools and International Companies). 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 (SIE) 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. SIE engages 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.
We are seeking an outstanding Professor of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship to join our esteemed Business School. As a Professor of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, you will lead and contribute significantly to both teaching and research in the field and bring with you a strong track record in both teaching and research.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Maintain international standing for academic excellence through original, innovative and distinguished contributions to scholarship and research.
Maintain and strive to enhance the research profile and reputation of the university.
Coordinate and engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences which meet the university’s expectations and standards for education, including supervising higher degree research students to successful completions.
Develop and lead innovation in curricula and programs to enhance the university’s standing as a national leader in education.
Make significant contribution to governance and collegial life within the university, including undertaking significant administrative and/or committee positions.
Provide thought leadership within the discipline, the community, professional, commercial or industrial sectors.
Provide effective leadership, mentor academics, and engage in decision-making to promote high performance and improve student learning and research outcomes.
Contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled.
Contribute and lead initiatives to furthering the university and faculty/school strategic agenda.
Lead impactful collaborations and strategic initiatives to deliver outcomes in research, development, commercialisation, and policy improvement.
Undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required.
About you (skills, capabilities and experience)
Significant experience in people leadership and management within the higher education sector, including demonstrated excellence in supervising and/or mentoring others to success.
Demonstrated success in leading an academic endeavour from curriculum design to producing leading research and providing a student enabling environment.
International reputation as an authority in their discipline or area of expertise, with a supporting research profile including competitive research grants, publications and evidence of recognition within the broader research community.
Distinguished record of scholarly teaching excellence as evidenced through successful student outcomes, demonstrated impact on student learning, recognition through awards/prizes and innovation.
Wide network of established relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of the discipline, School/Faculty and University.
Key benefits
a University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund
tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund
generous relocation allowance if moving from interstate or overseas
access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres
gain the recognition of working in a leading University.
Term and remuneration
The successful candidate will be offered a continuing position on a full-time basis. The appointment is subject to completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees.
Pre-employment checks
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.
Other
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As the first university to be established in Australasia, the University of Sydney consistently ranks as one of Australia’s top universities. We aim to create and sustain a university that will, for the benefit of both Australia and the wider world, maximise the potential of the brightest researchers and most promising students, whatever their social or cultural background.Web: sydney.edu.auExplore Sydney through the eyes of a student in 360° on our Virtual Tour: sydney.edu.au/tour Twitter: twitter.com/Sydney_UniFacebook: facebook.com/sydneyuniInstagram: @sydney_uniYouTube: youtube.com/uniofsydneyCRICOS number: 00026A