Head of Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Employer
- THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
- Location
- Hong Kong
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Aug 18, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Engineering
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a government-funded
tertiary institution in Hong Kong. The University was ranked
75th according to the QS World University Rankings 2021. It
offers programmes at various levels including Doctorate, Master’s
and Bachelor’s degrees. It has a full-time staff strength of
around 5,300 including 1,200 academic staff. The total annual
consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of
HK$7.4 billion. Committed to academic excellence, PolyU
aspires to become a leading university that excels in professional
education, world-class research and partnership for the betterment
of Hong Kong, the nation and the world. For further details about
the University, please visit PolyU’s website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk.
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Head of Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.
20081401)
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) has been one of the
three founding departments of the University since 1937.
ME is one of the seven academic units in the Faculty of
Engineering. Its world-class faculty and internationally reputed
programmes draw students from across the globe. It offers academic
programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, over a
large spectrum of topics including Combustion and Pollution
Control, Fluid-structure Interactions, Materials and Mechanics,
Sound and Vibration, Control and Robotics, Clean Energy
Technologies, Aeronautical Engineering, Product Design and
Development. Please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/me for
more information about ME.
The University is now inviting applications and nominations for the
post of Head of Department of Mechanical Engineering. The
successful candidate will be appointed as Chair Professor/Professor
normally on regular terms of appointment, commensurate with his/her
qualifications and experience, and hold a concurrent headship
appointment. The headship appointment is normally for an aggregate
period of six years in two three-year terms of office. Other
suitable candidate(s), if deemed appropriate by the University, may
be appointed as Chair Professor/Professor.
Job Functions
The position calls for a visionary academic leader with
responsibilities of ensuring the smooth and successful operation
and sustainable development of the Department. Reporting
directly to the Dean of Faculty of Engineering, the appointee will
be required to:
(a) provide effective leadership in the
development of long-term strategies and plans of the Department, in
alignment with the University’s Strategic Plan, and coaching
and empowering subordinates so that they can accomplish
planned objectives with world-class standards and in an effective
and efficient manner;
(b) ensure high-quality teaching as well as
holistic development of the students, and align the Department’s
programmes with the needs of the community;
(c) facilitate the conduct of innovative and
original research of high quality and impact, and promote and
develop genuine cross-disciplinary/departmental research with the
optimal use of research funds;
(d) provide leadership in technology development,
commercialisation and entrepreneurship initiatives to extend the
impact of research outcomes of the University to the
community;
(e) provide leadership in developing a strong
network of partnership with leading institutions for opportunities
and collaboration in education, research and knowledge transfer
activities;
(f) enhance the local and international networks
of partnerships and linkages with the community, particularly the
professional, public and business sectors, so as to gain their
support for the major strategic initiatives of the
University;
(g) ensure effective internal communication that
leads to a transparent decision-making process and promote the
Department’s strengths and other services to all relevant
stakeholders;
(h) ensure optimal deployment of human, financial
and other resources in the Department;
(i) implement an effective mechanism to acquire
donations and other forms of sponsorship to support the
University’s pursuits and long-term development; and
(j) undertake other responsibilities and tasks as
may be assigned by the Dean of Faculty or the President’s designate
from time to time.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
(a) academic qualifications at the doctoral level
in a relevant academic discipline, evidence of eminent scholarship,
substantial relevant experience in a senior academic position, and
relevant professional qualifications where appropriate;
(b) attainment of an academic rank of full
professor or above at an internationally recognized
university;
(c) a distinguished international reputation in
research and scholarship, and demonstrated international leadership
in any one or more of the specialist areas, namely (i) Control,
Acoustics and Dynamics; (ii) Energy Conversion and Storage; (iii)
Materials and Solid Mechanics; and (iv) Thermofluids and
Combustion;
(d) a strong record in attracting competitive
research funding;
(e) a demonstrated commitment to excellence in
teaching;
(f) a global perspective, proven qualities of
academic leadership and substantial administration / management
experience, as well as the demonstrated ability of building up a
strong team of faculty members with different research and cultural
backgrounds;
(g) effective interpersonal communication and
resources management skills, and excellent adaptability to changes
and challenges;
(h) good knowledge of the higher educational
environment in the local and global context; and
(i) a high standard of personal integrity.
Experience in fund-raising will be an additional advantage.
Remuneration and Conditions of Service
The terms of appointment and remuneration package are negotiable
and highly competitive. For general information on terms and
conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University,
please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/TC.htm.
Application and Nomination
Applicants are invited to send a detailed curriculum vitae and
direct any enquiries, to the Chairman of the Search Committee for
Recruitment of Head of Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong
Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong
via email to hrscme@polyu.edu.hk, quoting the
position being applied for and the reference number. It is
optional for the applicants to include two to three reference
letters in their applications. Consideration of
applications will commence in early October 2020 until the position
is filled. Candidature may be obtained by
nominations. General information about the University is available
at http://www.polyu.edu.hk or
from the Human Resources Office [Tel: (852) 2766 6562]. The
University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for
recruitment can be found at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/pics.php.
PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity
and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity,
nationality, family status or physical or mental
disabilities.
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