Deputy Dean of the Derby Institute of Hunan University of Technology (DIHUT)

Contract Type: Fixed Term for 18 months

The University of Derby is seeking an exceptional and ambitious academic leader to join us as Deputy Dean of the Derby Institute of Hunan University of Technology (DIHUT), our newly established Joint Education Institute in China.

DIHUT offers students an international learning experience through innovative dual-award programmes in Information Technology and Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

About the Role

This exciting senior leadership role offers the opportunity to lead a pioneering Joint Education Institute in China, driving academic excellence, innovation and growth across a portfolio of dual award programmes. Working closely with senior leaders from both the University of Derby and DIHUT you will provide strategic direction and academic leadership, ensuring an outstanding student experience, high-quality provision and a strong culture of collaboration, scholarship and impact.

Please note this is an 18 month Fixed Term Contract.

As part of the recruitment process, we are able to offer the conferment of a Professorial title if one is not already held.

In order to meet the Professorial criteria, you will need to demonstrate proven achievement against two criteria:

Significant achievement in at least one of either

• Research or
• Professional Practice or
• Teaching & learning

and must also demonstrate

High level of achievement in relation to both

• Professional Standing and
• Senior leadership

As well as completing our online application form, please provide the following documentation:

• An up to date current curriculum vitae;
• A supporting covering letter outlining your suitability to the underlying role requirement, and;
• The names of two employment referees (including ideally, the last line manager).

In addition, in order to meet the Professorial criteria, you will need to provide:

• A written statement evidencing how you meet the criteria for the award of the title of Professor;
• Details of four appropriately qualified referees (of at least Professor status) in relation to the Professorial title.

You can upload these documents whilst completing your online application.

Further information can be found in the conferment pack.

Please note that the details provided in your application may be shared with your referees, by submitting your application you are providing your consent.

About You

We are seeking an exceptional academic leader with a proven track record of leading and delivering success in higher education, ideally within transnational education and international partnership environments. The successful candidate will bring substantial experience of strategic leadership, academic quality assurance, curriculum development and team management, together with a deep understanding of the UK higher education sector and the ability to work effectively across cultures. They will have experience of leading high-performing teams, delivering outstanding learning, teaching and assessment outcomes, and driving continuous improvement through the effective use of performance metrics, quality frameworks and enhancement activities.

The post holder will be required to reside in China during term-time; Chinese language skills would be desirable, not essential.

As the role is based in China, it is therefore essential that you will be able to secure the appropriate work permit and residence permit as a condition of employment.  

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Sophie Carr, Dean of the College of Science and Engineering at s.carr2@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application or immigration, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

For more information & to apply on-line, please click the “Apply” button above.

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