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Looking to take the next step in your academic career? Head of department roles give you the opportunity to lead a team, shape your department’s direction and make a difference to staff and students.

As a head of department, you could be responsible for setting academic priorities, managing budgets and resources, supporting staff development and maintaining high standards of teaching, research and student experience. The role combines academic leadership with practical management, so strong communication, organisation and decision-making skills are important.

Head of department positions can also provide a route into wider university leadership, with some professionals progressing to roles such as dean, director or pro vice-chancellor.

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Northeastern University London

Placed on: 16/10/2026 Salary: £28,000 to £34,000 per annum, depending on experience

Closes 05 Nov

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