Director of Social Science Research Department-APPLICATION CLOSED!

Wabag Enga Province, Papua New Guinea
99 days ago

Description

The Research Director for Research Sciences Department works in the field of scientific work research. She/he is an expert in scientific work research, and oversees research designs, project management and partnerships with external organisations. She/he advises on policies at national and international level. She/he approves research projects and encourages innovation and changes based on scientific research. She/he also designs strategies for the organisation based on funding, manpower, and other needs. She/he also provides thought leadership and represents Innovative University of Enga at international conferences.


She/he is a highly experienced and decisive researcher with excellent management and leadership skills. She/he also works with other agencies, ministries and academic institutions.

Requirements

  • Postgraduate study minimum Master’s Degrees, preferable PhD or other relevant degree with subjects: Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Scientific sciences, Statistics.
  • Credible scientific background with experience in research and innovation to publishable standards.
  • Significant experience as a senior scientist role in a Research Institute or organization and able to command the respect of staff.
 
 
  • In depth experience and knowledge relevant to the Department, able to explain current and future scientific issues affecting the role and an ability to provide authoritative scientific advice.
  • Significant experience, in a lead role, in the development and successful implementation of key organizational strategies in relevant functional areas.
  • Demonstrable experience and skills in building positive and productive relationships, with colleagues and other stakeholders.
  • An effective approach to managing key networks and relationships, demonstrating an appropriate balance between empowerment, support and assertiveness.
  • Strong corporate ethos and effective team member, able to achieve an appropriate balance between scientific interests and organization-wide interests.
  • An open and participative style with excellent leadership/communication skills.
  • Resilient and able to work under pressure.
  • An in-depth understanding of the PNG and wider cultural context, with the ability to respond to the changing PNG environment together with education and training knowledge.
  • Knowledgeable about National science policy and able to act as a strong advocate for science and an ambassador for Innovative University of Enga .
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Research Management position preferably at a tertiary institution or Research Institute.

Bonuses

Negotiable

Benefits

Grade 20
IUE Basic Salary: K183, 600.00

Responsibilities

  • Postgraduate study minimum Master’s Degrees, preferable PhD or other relevant degree with subjects: Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Scientific sciences, Statistics.
  • Credible scientific background with experience in research and innovation to publishable standards.
  • Significant experience as a senior scientist role in a Research Institute or organization and able to command the respect of staff.
 
 
  • In depth experience and knowledge relevant to the Department, able to explain current and future scientific issues affecting the role and an ability to provide authoritative scientific advice.
  • Significant experience, in a lead role, in the development and successful implementation of key organizational strategies in relevant functional areas.
  • Demonstrable experience and skills in building positive and productive relationships, with colleagues and other stakeholders.
  • An effective approach to managing key networks and relationships, demonstrating an appropriate balance between empowerment, support and assertiveness.
  • Strong corporate ethos and effective team member, able to achieve an appropriate balance between scientific interests and organization-wide interests.
  • An open and participative style with excellent leadership/communication skills.
  • Resilient and able to work under pressure.
  • An in-depth understanding of the PNG and wider cultural context, with the ability to respond to the changing PNG environment together with education and training knowledge.
  • Knowledgeable about National science policy and able to act as a strong advocate for science and an ambassador for Innovative University of Enga .
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Research Management position preferably at a tertiary institution or Research Institute.
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