Head of Department of Electrical Engineering
- Employer
- THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
- Location
- Hong Kong
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Jan 25, 2021
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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. 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 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Head of Department of Electrical Engineering (Ref.
21012209)
The Department of Electrical Engineering is one of the seven
academic units in the Faculty of Engineering. It is the major
education provider in electric power/energy engineering, power
electronics and utilisation as well as transportation system and
railway engineering among the universities in Hong Kong. The
Department is playing an important role in educating the electrical
and transportation system engineers for Hong Kong, and to some
extent for the Chinese mainland arising from its continuous
expansion in electrical infrastructure. Please visit the
website at http://www.ee.polyu.edu.hk for
more information about the Department.
The University is now inviting applications and nominations for the
post of Head of Department of Electrical 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) Asset
Management and Transportation Systems Engineering; (ii) Energy and
Power Systems; (iii) Underpinning Key Technologies; and (iv)
Utilisation and Power Electronics;
(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
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 with the
names and addresses of three referees, and direct any enquiries to
the Chairman of the Search Committee for the recruitment of Head of
Department of Electrical Engineering, Human Resources
Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic
University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong via email to
search.head-ee@polyu.edu.hk,
quoting the position being applied for and the reference
number. Consideration of applications will commence
in early March 2021 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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