ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Sydney Quantum Academy (SQA) is a unique partnership between the University of Sydney, UNSW, UTS, and Macquarie University, supported by the NSW Government. Established in 2020, SQA brings together Sydney’s collective quantum expertise to build Australia’s quantum economy and position New South Wales as a global leader in quantum research, talent development, and innovation. Now entering its second phase of funding, SQA 2.0 is focused on building a diverse, future-ready workforce equipped with the skills needed to support the development and commercialisation of quantum technologies.
We are seeking an experienced academic leader to take on the role of Academic Director (0.4 FTE). This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of quantum in Australia by leading the strategic direction and research excellence of SQA. Working closely with stakeholders across academia, government, and industry including the SQA Executive Board, the University of Sydney’s PVC Research Enterprise, and the SQA General Manager the Academic Director will drive the delivery of SQA 2.0 in alignment with its funding objectives.
To be considered for this appointment, applicants must hold an academic position at one of the four partner universities: the University of Sydney, UNSW, UTS, or Macquarie University. This is a fractional role, and the successful candidate will be expected to balance academic leadership responsibilities with their own program of research.

ABOUT YOU (SKILLS, CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE)

• Doctorate/ PhD qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience
• Promote and lead excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Actively manages opportunities, risks and issues
• Delivers service excellence
• Actively engage and maintain key stakeholder relationships and manage relevant communications.
• Acts with courage, respect and integrity
• Critical Thinking and Decision Making
• Analytical and Problem Solving
• Staff supervision, training, mentoring and performance management experience.
• Contribute expertise and knowledge through communication of scholarship with industry, forums of public debate, organisation of public events, seminars, and conferences or other activities, in compliance with university policy.
  Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please refer the Job description for details