College Dean for Research and Enterprise

This is an exciting opportunity to join our College of Business and Law in a senior leadership role.  This role is an integral part of the College Executive Team, reporting to the PVC & Head of College.

Undertaking a strategic role in the development and realisation of the research strategy for the University, the role holder will provide institutional and College leadership to achieve research excellence, maximise impact and income as well as driving innovation and enterprise partnerships and collaborations nationally and internationally. You will lead College and cross-university initiatives that make a significant contribution to the achievement of the University’s key strategic and performance objectives.

As a member of the College Executive Team, you will have responsibility for the development and delivery of the College research and enterprise plan. You will monitor its effectiveness to maximise research performance and develop an ambitious and inclusive research culture which is aligned to the University’s research ambitions and values.

You will lead and support the development of existing and new strategic research partnerships, working collaboratively across Colleges to capitalise on interdisciplinary opportunities. You will also represent the University at key external networks, developing, promoting and showcasing the profile and reputation of the College and the University at local, regional, national and international levels.

Why UWE Bristol?

We have a lot to be proud of at UWE, our achievements include scoring above sector average for student satisfaction, we are ranked 24^th in The Guardian Best UK Universities 2023 and 39^th in the latest Times Higher Education 'Table of Tables'.

In addition to progressive pay rates, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including:

• a generous holiday allowance of 35 days
• up to 12.5 bank holiday/closure days per year
• hybrid working
• career average pension schemes available for all staff groups
• access to a variety of in-house training courses and development programmes

Add your individuality to ours
Proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always on the lookout for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing staff community of over 4,000 individuals and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you’ll thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, Multiple Heritage or Other Minority Ethnic candidates as we are currently under-represented in these areas within UWE Bristol however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

Further information

Informal questions regarding the post should be directed to Hamish Laing at Networked People via: hamish.laing@networkedpeople.com or +44 (0)7861 329463

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is important for our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based with the opportunity for some home working.

How to apply: 

Please send applications to uwe@networkedpeople.com

Applications must include a full CV and a letter of application setting out your interest in the role and details of how your knowledge, skills and experience match the essential criteria (no more than two pages of A4).

The closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 13th February 2023.

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