"Professor in Aviation"

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• $220,621 (Level E)
• Ongoing, Full-time, Joondalup campus
• Open to Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

JOONDALUP CAMPUS

$220,621 PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION

FULL-TIME ONGOING

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research. 

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Overview

The School of Engineering is seeking a distinguished and visionary Professor of Aviation with recognised expertise in Aviation Management or Human Factors to join our academic leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead and shape the future of aviation education and research in one of Australia’s most progressive engineering schools. 

As Professor, you will play a pivotal leadership role in advancing the teaching, research, and industry engagement activities within the aviation discipline. You will contribute to the strategic direction of the School, inspire academic staff, and help foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and impact.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the design, development, and renewal of curriculum that aligns with evolving industry standards and future workforce needs.
• Delivering high-quality, engaging teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Supervising Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students and mentoring early- and mid-career academics.
• Conducting and leading impactful research that advances the field of aviation human factors and informs both policy and practice.
• Building and maintaining long-term partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and regulatory agencies.
• Leading the growth and development of a dynamic and collegial aviation team within the School of Engineering. 

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence, and Courage.

Benefits & Remuneration

This full-time, ongoing position attracts a remuneration of $220,621 plus 17% University superannuation contribution. 

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances. 

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program, and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services. 

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

Contact

Interested applicants are welcome to contact Professor Paulo de Souza at p.desouza@ecu.edu.au or on (08) 6304 3304 for more information.

Application Process

Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Selection Criteria. 

Advert Closure

Applications close Sunday, 28th September at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE EITHER PERMANENT RESIDENCY OR AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP.

Diversity

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. 

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website. 

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.