Associate Dean, Research

About the Role

As Associate Dean for Research, in a vibrant and research active school, you will be a highly motivated leader who understands the current research and innovation funding landscape, the value of good communications, networking and the importance of developing an inclusive and forward looking research culture in a vibrant and diverse School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University. You will already be a research leader in your field of international standing with experience of leading, innovating, influencing, facilitating and mentoring as well as in developing strategy, working with senior colleagues within the school and across the university with regards to research and innovation.

You will be able to demonstrate your leadership experience in contributing to improved REF outcomes. research impact and outcomes alongside strong leadership skills and a proven ability to initiate, lead, and manage academic teams, departments and projects in a collegiate environment in order to deliver strategic objectives relevant to the School and University. You will be a research leader in your field with strong links to funding bodies, an understanding of the funding landscape and delivery on large scale research projects. You will have an impressive record of world class research outputs and recognition for your professional achievements in a discipline area relevant to the School and the capacity to exercise academic leadership to enhance the standing of the School.

You will think rigorously and entrepreneurially about the contributions and future of research within the School and will have a vision for aligning and motivating staff at all levels to achieve the School and University strategic ambitions. You will have experience of networking, collaborating and influencing colleagues to deliver joint projects and achieve stretching goals..

This academic appointment is a permanent post aligned to one or more School disciplines.

For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We will consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly. We particularly welcome applications from women and those of a mixed race heritage who are underrepresented in our senior leadership.

About Us

The School of Science and Technology at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is an exciting and inclusive multidisciplinary environment for learning, teaching and research, with some of the best facilities in the UK.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality teaching and diverse, real-world research. We specialise in biosciences, chemistry, computing and technology, as well as engineering, forensic science, mathematics, physics and sport science. This mix of traditional and modern subjects encourages and inspires future innovators. We are forward thinkers, innovators and challengers of the status quo. We look forward to hearing from you.

For informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Professor Kirsty Smallbone (Executive Dean) at Kirsty.smallbone@ntu.ac.uk.

Safe and Inclusive

Depending on your individual circumstances this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you review your individual circumstances before applying, or for more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page.

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