Applications are invited for the Mitsubishi Chair in Sustainable Mining Practices, School of Mining Engineering at the University of New South Wales.

The Chair will provide academic leadership in all fields of teaching, research, professional practice and industry engagement, with respect to sustainable mining practices across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. The Chair will also head a new Australian Centre for Sustainable Mining Practices (ACSMP) which will be an international centre of excellence in sustainable mining research and education.

The position of Mitsubishi Chair in Sustainable Mining Practices calls for an academically qualified, committed and experienced individual with strong management, academic and research credentials in order to:

• Provide leadership and direction in content and delivery modes, for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching/courses

• Lead the identification and development of new teaching programs, courses and materials

• Contribute to strategic planning and implementation, both within the School of Mining Engineering, and in multi-disciplinary opportunities across and beyond the Faculty of Engineering

• Develop and manage a prominent, high-calibre research program, and lead a team of research-focussed academics and postgraduate students

• Fulfil the role of Director of the Australian Centre for Sustainable Mining Practices (ACSMP), including academic, financial and general management responsibilities

• Develop close links with the Australian and relevant mining international mining industries, for identification of support needs in education and training; research opportunities and partnerships; and securing financial commitments towards the above areas of activity

• Develop national and global networks with other mining sector educators and collaborating stakeholders

• Review and identify priority focus areas and issues affecting sustainability in the mining industry, in conjunction with the ACSMP and industry representatives

The position of Mitsubishi Chair in Sustainable Mining Practices is currently available until 30 June 2014. The successful applicant will also hold a substantive continuing appointment as a Professor within the School of Mining Engineering.

Contact:  Iain Longden, Senior Consultant
Email:  iain.longden@academic-search.net 

Telephone:  +61 2 9211 1994 
Fax:   +61 2 9281 0470
Address:  PO Box A612
Sydney South
NSW 1235
Australia

To apply for this position, please forward a detailed copy of your CV, together with a letter of application addressing your interest and experience in relation to the advertised position, to Iain Longden.

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