Awarded to an individual at the mid-career level who has demonstrated research and innovation excellence in any STEMM field from any sector (industry, government, academia).
The South Australian Mid-Career STEMM Professional demonstrates capabilities in leadership and collaboration, and translational outcomes from their work.
Eligibility
- Individuals from academia, industry and government sectors are eligible to apply.
- Applicants must have between 8-15 years of work experience in R&I focussed roles. Recognised career interruptions may be cited, See Relative Opportunity Statement for further information.
- The applicant must not be undertaking a formal qualification at the time of applying (e.g. PhD or Masters).
- The majority of the applicants work or research in the last three (3) years must have been undertaken in South Australia and the applicant should currently hold a role that is based in South Australia.
Selection criteria
Criteria 1
Significant contributions made in their field of research or sector. Provide evidence of the scope and impact of their contribution, and recognition from peers, stakeholders, and the community.
Criteria 2
Evidence of leadership and collaboration, including examples of:
- Leading successful research & innovation teams or projects; or
- Mentoring and training early-career employees; or
- Successful collaborations either across disciplinary fields, cross-sectoral engagement (academia, industry, government), other organisations, or end users.
Criteria 3
In addition to the above, evidence of positive impact or translation of the research & innovation activities and outputs, within industry, government, or the community (local, national, or global).