Head of Nanotech and Photonics

We are seeking an experienced leader with strong expertise and experience in nanotechnology and photonics R&D, to lead implementation of technology strategy and business development for the AMIC Nanotech & Photonics (NT&P) Group and oversee operational & financial delivery.

As a member of the AMIC senior management team, you will work with the executive leadership to develop and implement our nanotech & photonics technology roadmap. You will be responsible for leading a team to hit financial and programme delivery targets for the group, developing and managing multiple-work streams of activity, managing significant project resources and mitigating major risks and issues. You will establish a UK wide and global reputation for the group, establishing key research and industrial partnerships and securing funds to advance the technology strategy and deliver impact for the industrial sector in NI and beyond.

About the person:

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• Hold an Honours degree, equivalent or higher qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, Physical Sciences or a related field or substantial relevant experience working in a similar role.
• Significant evidence of leading R&D teams in nanotechnology and photonics, including motivating and developing a collaborative team to meet financial and programme delivery targets across multiple work streams.
• Significant and relevant experience in a leadership role within nanotech and photonics research and innovation that has delivered demonstrable industry impact.
• Recent and relevant proven track record in developing successful industry stakeholder relationships and delivering high quality, on time, and within budget project outcomes for a range of complex and innovative projects.
• Strong and evidenced understanding of business development principles and practices.
• Strong track record in securing or contributing successfully to multi-million (+£1m) R&D funding applications from local, national and international private and public funders.
• Robust and resilient, with strong presence and the ability to confidently deliver complex messages to a diverse and demanding audience and the ability to negotiate and influence at all levels.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to manage and mitigate risk, with a positive creative instinct to develop solutions to support the objectives of the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre.
• Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate effectively with colleagues across the institution as well as with outside agencies and a strong commitment to collaboration and collegiality.
• Demonstrable ability to build networks with and to influence funding bodies, major corporate partners and key stakeholders.
• Demonstrable commitment to the mission and values of Queen’s University Belfast, AMIC and the objectives of the Belfast Region City Deal.
• Commitment to personal and team development and growing expertise in nanotechnology and photonics.
• Passionate about innovation and driving business growth through technology.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.

What we offer:

Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more on our website.

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