Position in Power Engineering

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1. Applications are invited for the position of Energy Australia Chair of Power Engineering in the Schoolof Electrical and Information Engineering at the University of Sydney. The position is sponsored by Energy Australia due to an increased demand for power engineers and carries with it the role of Director of the Power Engineering Program and Power Systems Laboratory.
2. This is an opportunity to lead the School's undergraduate and graduate education programs in Power Engineering, ensuring to respond to the needs of the energy industry and to attract high-quality students.
3. You will initiate research funding proposals, as well as leading research projects in Power Engineering, and develop national and international collaborations. You will also establish and maintain strong links with the local energy industry through project work and consultancies. It is expected that you will create a financially self-sufficient research program within three years of the appointment.
4. The scope of the position encompasses any methods and techniques relevant to power engineering, including systems planning, power network management, the design, research, construction, and operation of power apparatus, structures, materials and systems for the safe, reliable and economic generation, transmission, distribution, conversion, measurement, control and management of electric energy. Of particular interest are the areas of power system management and control, power system dynamics, sustainable power systems, network performance, condition monitoring, system reliability, power system operation, asset management and power electronics.
5. You will be expected to serve as Head of School as required and will work closely with the staff of the School's other research laboratories.
6. Further information about the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies can be found at www.sydney.edu.au/engineering and information about the School of Electrical and Information Engineering can be found at www.sydney.edu.au/engineering/electrical
7. Candidates are encouraged to read the Information Pack prior to applying. Applications must quote Reference Number 288/0210 and address each of the Selection Criteria listed in the Candidate Information Pack. For a complete Candidate Information Pack please contact Ms. Paulina Rojas, Recruitment Administrator, on paulina.rojas@sydney.edu.au.
8. Visit www.sydney.edu.au/positions and search the Reference No. 288/0210 for more information and to apply.
9. Initial enquiries may be directed in confidence to Mr. Fabrice Noël, Principal Recruitment Consultant on +61 2 8627 1218, email fabrice.noel@sydney.edu.au.
10. For further specific enquiries about the position please contact the Head of School of Electrical and Information Engineering, Professor Branka Vucetic, on +61 2 9351 5342, email: branka@ee.usyd.edu.au.
11. Remuneration Package: A competitive salary (which includes a base salary Professor E, leave loading, up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation from the University) will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Assistance with relocation may also be provided. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of appointment for new appointees.
12. Tenure: The position is full-time continuing (tenured) and may be subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation.
13. CLOSING DATE: 16 MAY 2010 (11:30PM Sydney Time)
14. The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.
15. Appointment is on merit, as women are under-represented at this employment level suitably qualified women are encouraged to apply
16. Ref. http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AAZ469/energyaustralia-chair-of-power-engineering/