Head of Division - Media, Communication and Performing Arts

The Division of Media, Communication and Performing Arts (MCPA) is seeking to appoint a Head of Division who will provide overall operational leadership to MCPA, managing and coordinating all aspects of the implementation of the School operational plan in relation to the Division. They will also contribute to the teaching and learning activities of the Division and undertake research, scholarship, or knowledge exchange activities as appropriate.

The Division offers a suite of degrees in areas such as Drama, Film and Media, Costume Design, Public Relations, and Arts Management. The division plans to launch a new programme in Digital and Graphic Design in 2026. Staff within the Division submitted to REF, with a strong focus on applied research with real-world impact.

Applicants must be inclusive leaders with strong communication and team-building skills.  They should be able to demonstrate the ability to plan and manage teaching, staffing, and budgets. In addition, the role holder will have previous experience of teaching and research/scholarship in a relevant discipline, and a solid knowledge and understanding of quality enhancement procedures. While applicants need not be active researchers themselves, they should have a good knowledge and understanding of the REF process and be able to support and develop a positive research culture within the Division. 

The post holder will have the ability to gain the commitment of others within the Division to work towards collective aims that will deliver growth alongside staff and student satisfaction. The appointee will be a strong coach who is able to provide supportive guidance to academic staff at a range of career stages. Able to take difficult decisions, they will have the knowledge, passion, and drive to enhance and develop the division in a manner that enhances the student and staff experience while building on our reputation for innovative teaching and learning that supports civic society and social justice.

The closing date for this position is 23:59 on 31^st August 2025

Please note, interviews will be held on the 25^th of September, in person, at QMU.

Please note, this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a high volume of applications.

Should you wish to apply for the vacancy please visit our vacancies page download the job description and complete an application online.

If you have any queries regarding the application process or require special assistance, please contact Human Resources by email at recruitment@qmu.ac.uk

This role does meet the minimum requirements set by UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Therefore, we can progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

As a university, we are committed to the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers alongside Concordat to Support Research Integrity.

Queen Margaret University is committed to equality of opportunity for all by providing a supportive, flexible and inclusive working environment, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please have a look at our Diversity, Wellbeing and Inclusion Calendar

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We have several family friendly policies and are happy to consider job share applications.

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