Council members
Dr
Ian Gould (Chancellor)
Telephone (08) 8302 0068
Qualifications
BSc(Hons) PhD FAusIMM FTSE
Dr Ian Gould commenced as Chancellor of the University of South Australia on 1 July 2008.
A geologist by profession, Dr Gould has forty years experience in the minerals industry in diverse and senior positions, mainly within the CRA and Rio Tinto Group, in which he was Group Executive for Exploration and later for Research and Development before becoming the Managing Director Australia, and then Group managing Director for Normandy Mining Ltd.
Educated at the University of Sydney, Dr Gould has a PhD in geology.
Dr Gould has based his career upon a strong scientific interest and belief in the importance to the community of the mining industry, and has been a keen and early proponent of excellence in environmental management for the industry. He was a leader in the development of the Minerals Industry Code for Environmental Management in the mid 1990s.
In 2007 Dr Gould became a Fellow of the Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, and in the same year was awarded the Institute Medal by the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, of which he is also a Fellow.
He has in-depth experience in corporate governance having served as a member or Chairman on a range of industry and organisation boards including the CSIRO Minerals Sector Advisory Committee, the South Australian Resources Industry Development Board, the National Parks and Wildlife Committee, the Royal Flying Doctor Service and St Andrew’s Hospital.
He is a professional with vast experience in governance and leadership and a comprehensive understanding of the nexus between education, innovation, the community and business.
Professor
Peter Høj (Vice-Chancellor)
Telephone (08) 8302 0500
Qualifications
- Biochemistry and Chemistry, University of Copenhagen
- Master of Science Degree in biochemistry and genetics
- PhD in photosynthesis
The former CEO of the Australian Research Council, he has been a teaching academic, a professor engaged in high quality research in biochemistry and viticulture, and an industry leader in his former role as the Managing Director of the Australian Wine Research Institute.
Educated at the University of Copenhagen, majoring in biochemistry and chemistry, Professor Høj has a Master of Science degree in biochemistry and genetics and a PhD in plant biochemistry. He speaks several languages and has received fellowships from Denmark and Australia for post-doctoral studies in biochemistry.
Since arriving in Australia in 1987 he has worked as a lecturer and senior lecturer in biochemistry at La Trobe University and Professor of Viticultural Science and Professor of Oenology at the University of Adelaide.
In 1992, he was awarded the Boehringer-Mannheim medal by the Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and in 2003 the Centenary Medal for his contribution to research and wine science. He is also a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.
From October 2004 to April 2007 he was CEO of the Australian Research Council - the peak funding body for research in Australia today.
He served as a private member of the Prime Minister's Science Engineering and Innovation Council (PMSEIC) from 1999-2004 and as an ex officio member in 2006-2007. He is a former member of the Australian Institute of Marine Science Council; the Cooperative Research Centres Committee; the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy Committees; and of the Industry and Technology Council of South Australia, the Premier's Science and Research Council, and the South Australian Wine Industry Council.
Ms Alice McCleary
(Deputy Chancellor)
Telephone (08) 8407 7180
Qualifications
B.Ec., FTIA, FCA, MAICD
Area of expertise
Chairperson of Finance Committee
Area of interest
Governance issues
Mr Peter Smith (Pro
Chancellor)
Telephone (08) 8359 0995 or 0419 806 474
Email peter.smith@bartonvale.com.au
Qualifications
Bec, BaeroEng, FRIBA, FinsAA
Areas of expertise
- Business management
- Strategy.
Ms Raelene Barclay
(Professional Staff member)
Telephone (08) 8302 1667
Email raelene.barclay@unisa.edu.au
I have been the Consultant: Superannuation for the University since February 2003 and have worked in the Superannuation industry since 1998.
Prior to starting with the University I worked in a Corporate Superannuation Company where I was a Senior Fund Administrator for three superannuation funds and a Support Administrator for another corporate fund. I have a working knowledge of Defined Benefit schemes, pensions, insurance arrangements, salary sacrificing, investment choice and other general superannuation arrangements.
I have a Certificate in Superannuation Management, Certificate of Superannuation Trusteeship, Diploma of Financial Services (Superannuation), as well as the Advanced Diploma and the Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning).
I have achieved the ASFA 146 Compliance Certificate which meets the training requirements of ASIC (Australian Securities & Investments Commission) Policy Statement 146.
I am currently one of the Professional Staff representatives on the Collective Agreement Implementation Committee (CAIC) as well as the UniSA Council.
Mr Bill Cossey
AM (Member of community appointed by Council)
Qualifications
B.Sc (University of Adelaide), 1967, Major is Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics
Area of expertise
General management
Areas of interest
- Leadership
- Involvement of people in organisational development.
Current appointments
- Director, Tennis SA
- Director, Savings & Loans Credit Union
- Director, Elderly Citizens' Homes
- Chair, Music Broadcasting Society of SA
- Chair, Board of Management, Don Dunstan Foundation
- Chair, Dame Roma Mitchell Trust
Associate Professor Ingrid Day (Academic staff member)
Qualifications
- B. Arts, Communication Studies (Hons) University of South Australia
- PhD (Communication Studies) University of South Australia
Areas of Expertise
- Teaching & Learning
- Communications
- New Media
Areas of Interest
- Teaching and learning support, improvement and quality
- Student transition & retention
- Graduate employment
- International partnerships
Current Appointments
- Chair – International Resource Group, National University Telecommunications Network (North America)
- Member: South Australian Strategic Plan Implementation Committee
Mr
Terry Evans (Member of community appointed to Council)
Special Counsel, Minter Ellison
Telephone (08) 8212 5673
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (Adelaide University)
- Master of Laws (Adelaide University)
Ms Kath Higgins (Professional Staff member)
Telephone (08) 8302 1634
Qualifications
- Graduate Certificate in Management
- Graduate Diploma in Education
- Bachelor of Arts
Mr George Jacob (Postgraduate Student
Representative - UniLife)
George Jacob is the postgraduate Student member of the University Council elected by members of UniLife to take up his appointment in 2008 for a term of one year.
George is undertaking a Master of Business
Mr Prashant Joshi (Student
Representative - UniLife President)
Prashant Joshi is the UniLife President and Student member of the University Council taking up his appointment in 2008 for a term of one year.
Prashant is undertaking a Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
Mr Bruce Linn (Member of community appointed by Council)
Qualifications
- BSc, FAICD, FACS, IEA
Bruce Linn is an experienced Company Director and formerly CEO of Finlaysons Lawyers based in Adelaide, South Australia.
His previous executive roles include Executive Director for EDS, responsible for all State Government business of EDS in Australia and Chief Executive of Camtech, one of Australia's leading Internet & Electronic Payments companies.
A Science graduate of The University of Adelaide, he has over 30 years experience in business management, leadership, marketing and information communications technology.
Current Directorships and Board positions include the Council and Finance Committee of The University of South Australia, the boards of SABRENet Limited, St. Peters Collegiate Girls School, the SA/NT Division Council of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and as Chair of Community Information Strategies Australia (CISA).
He is a fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and the Australian Computer Society.
Dr Adele Lloyd (Member of community appointed by
Council)
Qualifications
Masters and Doctorate in Administration and Management
Ms Jan Lowe (Member of community appointed by Council)
Telephone (08) 8226 0524
Qualifications
BA, DipEd
Area of expertise
Industrial relations
Mr Jim McDowell (Member of community appointed to
Council)
Qualifications
LL.B (Hons) (Warwick)
Current appointment
Chief Executive of BAE Systems Australia
Jim worked for 18 years at the aerospace company, Bombardier/Shorts, in the UK, USA, Middle East and Asia in various Legal, Commercial and Marketing positions. He finished his career in Shorts as Vice President - Sales, Marketing and Commercial for Shorts Missile Systems Ltd., a joint venture with the French company, Thomson CSF (now Thales)
In August 1996, Jim joined British Aerospace in Singapore as an Executive Vice President in the corporate Sales and Marketing organisation and was promoted to President - Northern Asia in December 1997. In April 1999 he took up the position as Managing Director - Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Following British Aerospace's merger with Marconi Electronic Systems in November 1999, Jim was appointed Regional Managing Director - Asia of BAE Systems based in Hong Kong
Mr Ian McLachlan (Member of community appointed by
Council)
Telephone (08) 8373 4877
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Economics
Ian is well established in the South Australian business community as a Chartered Accountant, business adviser and initiator of projects and new business concepts. Ian's career spans nearly 30 years in professional practice.
Ms Anne Skipper AM (Member of community appointed by
Council)
Qualifications
RN, FAICD, FAIM
Ms Anne Skipper was awarded an Australian Medal in the Order of Australia Awards for her service to children and adults with disabilities and had the honour of running with the Olympic Torch in South Australia as recognition of her community service
Current appointments
- Board Director, Saving and Loans Credit Union
- Deputy Chair, South Australian Tourism Commission
- Chair, Plan International Australia
- Chair, Royal District Nursing Services
- Australia India Business Council Advisory Group
- University of SA, Division and Enterprise Advisory Board
- Lecturer to Australian Institute of Company Directors - corporate governance, strategy and board dynamics
- Lecturer Australian Institute of Management - corporate governance and board / director performance
- Director @ the Board Table
- Corporate governance consultancy specialising in board and director performance reviews and group and individual director coaching
Dr Sue Vardon AO (Member of community appointed by
Council)
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Work (UNSW) 1969
- Social Work Administration (UNSW) (Postgraduate studies)
- Hon Doctor of the University of South Australia
- Fellow, Australian Institute of Management
- Fellow, Institute of Public Administration, Australia
- Adjunct Professor, Institute of Governance, University of Canberra
Awards
- AO
- Centenary Medal
- Telstra South Australian Business Woman of the Year 1995
- Telstra Australian Business Woman of the Year 1995
- Telstra South Australian Business Woman Awards - Public Sector Award 1995
- Telstra Australian Business Woman Awards - Public Sector Award 1995
Current Boards/Committees
- November 2000 - 2004 - elected National President, Institute of Public Administration, Australia. Present position immediate past president
- Member, Editorial Board of the Australian
- March 2003 - appointed a Member of the Administrative Review Council
Dr Michael Venning
(Academic staff member)
Telephone (08) 8302 2639
Qualifications
BSc (Hons), DipT, PhD
Areas of expertise
Research:
- Vascular pharmacology
- Autonomic pharmacology
- Pharmacology & toxinology of Australian snake & spider venoms
- Social drugs & drugs of dependence.
Teaching: Pharmacology & physiology
Areas of interest
- Industrial relations
- Secretary UniSA NTEU Branch
- Staff development
- Cooking and wine
- Photography and films
- Stringed instruments and bluegrass
- Human powered vehicles and petanque.
Associate Prof Adrian Vicary
(Presiding Member, Academic Board)
Telephone (08) 8302 4382
Qualifications
BA (Hons), DipEd, MA (Adel), PhD (Flinders)
Areas of expertise
Research:
- Teacher unionism
- Contractualism and the human services
- Civics and citizenship education.
Teaching:
- Politics
- Social policy
- Social theory.
Mr James Wangmann (Undergraduate Student
Representative - UniLife)
James Wangmann is the Undergraduate Student member of University Council elected by members of UniLife to take up his appointment in 2008 for a term of one year
James is undertaking a Bachelor of Communication (Media and Culture)
Ms Anne-Marie Parsons (Acting Council Secretary)
Acting Director: Council Services and Chancellery
Telephone (08) 8302 0147
Mr
Peter Cardwell (Executive Officer)
Telephone (08) 8302 0589
Ms Joanne Gatsios
(Senior Administrative Officer)
Telephone (08) 8302 0132