Key Responsibilities Include The Following
- Developing research and innovation strategic plans that align with Wits 2033 Strategy
- Directing the University Research and Innovation Committee (UR&IC) a Senate and Council sub-committee appointed to oversee research
- Preparing the annual research budget and controlling its expenditure.
- Implementing initiatives and providing core services including ethics oversight that will promote research and support researchers.
- Managing a large group of people in the broader research office that contribute to a research conducive environment.
- Implement programs that facilitate interdisciplinarity, innovation and an inclusive graduate culture
- Development and implementation of an integrated approach for researcher development that includes supporting and mentoring staff pursuing doctoral studies and emerging researchers trying to establish a career in their areas of specialisation.
- Enable researcher-led innovation and the commercialization of intellectual property
- Provide leadership and support to grow the profession of research and innovation managers and administrators across the University.
- PhD Degree or equivalent
- At least 10 years experience in research project management including pre- and post-award activities and people management including performance management.
- A strong research or research management track record. Appointment as an Associate or Full professor will be a significant advantage.
- Experience in ensuring compliance with a strong regulatory framework for finance, staff management and payments.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact across a broad range of society including business, government and other national stakeholders as well as with students, staff (academic and professional staff), alumni, donors and potential donors across diverse cultures
- Excellent written and verbal skills, including the ability to write proposals, and make impactful presentations.
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