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Head of School of Optometry

Employer
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Location
Hong Kong (HK)
Posted Date
Jun 29, 2022

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Specialty
Faculty
Position Type
Permanent

THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) pledges Opening Minds • Shaping the Future as its promise for education and research. With 85 years of rich heritage, the University has evolved alongside the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world, through its educational programmes for the nurturing of professional talents, entrepreneurs and leaders, and impactful research and innovations. PolyU strives to advance knowledge, address societal challenges, and benefit humankind.

Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by both the Times Higher Education (THE) and Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in six faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved remarkable results in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022 - it was placed among the top 20 universities in four disciplines this year, with three of them being ranked 1st in Hong Kong.

For further details about the University, please visit: http://www.polyu.edu.hk.

SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY

Head of School of Optometry (Ref. 220628006)

The School of Optometry is one of five academic units in the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. The School conducts the 5-year Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Optometry which is a registrable qualification with the Hong Kong Government. It also hosts the Centre for Myopia Research. Research is vibrant in the areas of Myopia and Eye Growth, Ocular Drug Discovery and Delivery, Vision Enhancement, Tear Film and Ocular Surface, as well as Advanced Optometric Technology. Please visit the website at: http://www.polyu.edu.hk/so for more information about the School.

The University is now inviting applications and nominations for the post of Head of School of Optometry. 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 School. Reporting directly to the Dean of Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, the appointee will be required to:

(a)    provide effective leadership in the development of long-term strategies and plans of the School, in alignment with the University’s Strategic Plan; and coach and empower 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 School’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 School’s strengths and other services to all relevant stakeholders;

(h)    ensure optimal deployment of human, financial, and other resources in the School;

(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 duties as assigned by the Dean of Faculty or the Central Management Team of the University 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 qualification in Optometry;

(b)    attainment of an academic rank of full professor or above at an internationally recognised 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) Myopia; (ii) Ageing Eye; and (iii) Visual Neuroscience;

(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.

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: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf.

Application and Nomination:

The University invites applications and nominations for this appointment. Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/deans_heads). Candidature may also be obtained by nominations via e-mail to the Chairman of the Search Committee for recruitment of Head of School of Optometry at: hrscso@polyu.edu.hkConsideration of applications and nominations will commence on 29 July 2022 until the position is filled. General information about the University is available at: http://www.polyu.edu.hk or from the Human Resources Office [Tel: (852) 2766 5293]. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/pics_for_recruitment.

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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