"Director of Faculty Operations (DoFO)"

Newcastle University is seeking two outstanding, values-driven leaders to take up the role of Director of Faculty Operations (DoFO) one within the Faculty of Medical Sciences and one within the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering.

These are pivotal senior roles, providing strategic leadership for Professional Services across two of the University’s three academic faculties and contributing to the delivery of Newcastle University’s ambitions under Next Generation Newcastle.

The Role

Reporting directly to the respective Faculty Pro-Vice-Chancellor, with a dotted line to the Registrar, you will lead and integrate professional services across the Faculty Office, Schools and Institutes, ensuring high-quality, efficient and student-centred support for education, research and external engagement.

As a member of the Faculty Executive Board and the University’s senior Professional Services leadership community, you will play a key role in shaping Faculty and University strategy, driving transformation, and strengthening alignment between Faculty and University-wide services.

The Faculties

Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS) is internationally recognised for excellence in medical research, education and clinical partnerships, with strong links to the NHS and global activity including the University’s campus in Malaysia (NUMed).

Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) is a major centre of research and innovation across engineering, computing, agriculture and the sciences, with strong industry partnerships and a focus on addressing global challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Faculty professional services, ensuring exceptional service delivery and alignment with University priorities
• Lead change, transformation and continuous improvement, including digital innovation
• Oversee Faculty planning, performance, risk, budgets and workforce strategy
• Build strong partnerships across the University and represent the Faculty on University-wide committees and initiatives
• Promote a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive and perform at their best

You will be an experienced senior leader with a strong track record of leading complex professional services operations, delivering large-scale change, and working in partnership with academic leaders. You will bring strategic insight, financial and organisational acumen, and a collaborative, values-led leadership style.

You can find more information about the role including the full job description here

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to indicate their preference for either the Faculty of Medical Sciences or the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering within their covering statement. Your covering statement should be no more than 2 A4 sides, outlining your experience and how you meet the essential criteria for this opportunity along with your CV.

For an informal conversation please reach out to Colin Campbell, Registrar at colin.campbell@newcastle.ac.uk

Interviews for the opportunity in our Science, Agriculture and Engineering Faculty will be held 12/13th February 2026

Interviews for the opportunity in our Faculty of Medical Sciences will be held 12/13th March 2026