"Deputy Academic Registrar"

St John's College are seeking a Deputy Academic Registrar to join our team in the Academic Office. The Academic Office provides support to St John’s students and academic staff in all matters of academic administration, from admissions to graduation. The Office offers a professional, friendly and informal atmosphere, focused on supporting students, tutors and the academic functions of the College. The members of the Academic Office work under the overall direction of the Senior Tutor, who has accountability for the work of the office and the Academic Registrar, who oversees the operation and leadership of the Academic Office.

The post holder will have an integral role in ensuring the smooth running of academic matters and administrative support within the College and will deputise for the Academic Registrar in their absence. They are expected to develop expert knowledge of College and University systems and procedures, to take effective decisions and to build key relationships within and beyond the College, including in the running of the undergraduate admissions process.

The post-holder will work closely with the Academic Registrar and College Officers responsible for the academic activities of the College, including the Senior Tutor and the Provost for Academic Affairs, with members of the College’s Academic Office staff, College Fellows and lecturers, other members of the College’s professional staff, undergraduate and graduate students. Liaison will also be required with staff in other colleges and University departments.

This is a senior administrative position in the College, suitable for candidates who have held administrative responsibilities in an academic or academic-related environment, who will enjoy working collaboratively with other members of administrative staff, and also with Fellows and other academics of the College.

Those with previous experience of the undergraduate admissions process in an Oxford college or department who wish to develop their careers in academic administration are particularly welcome to apply. For further details and how to apply please see here.

Appointment will be made on Grade 8 of the University’s pay scale, currently £46,735- £55,755 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Closing date for applications is Monday 8th September 12 noon.