School Manager (School of Biology) - AD4838

Start Date: January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School of Biology as School Manager.

The School of Biology Manager is a strategic leadership role within the School, directly enabling the School to deliver world-leading research and education. Working alongside the Head of School and other senior colleagues you will undertake key leadership activities to deliver operational success, financial oversight and long-term strategic development. As line manager to the senior school, teaching and research administrators you will play a crucial role in the efficient running of the School.

The postholder will be a forward-looking colleague operating with a high degree of autonomy and authority, making decisions that maintain and enhance the School’s reputation for excellence. Recognizing our commitment to being a beacon for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion you will lead by example in creating an environment where all can thrive.

St Andrews offers more than just a place to work—it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.

In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the School Manager includes:

• Financial contribution to relocation.
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%.
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance.
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services.
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel.
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme.
• 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.

Closing Date: 01 December 2025

Interview Date: 16 December 2025 (Provisional)

Please quote ref: AD4838LS

Job Description: AD4838LSFPs.pdf

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