Head of School of Pharmacy

Founded in 2026 the School of Pharmacy's vision is to be a contemporary and high performing School with excellence in education, professional credibility, strong student outcomes, and a clear external identity.

The Role

The University of West London is seeking to appoint an exceptional and ambitious academic leader as its inaugural Head of School of Pharmacy, a rare opportunity to shape and lead a new School from its foundation. The postholder will play the leading role in establishing Pharmacy at UWL, setting its academic direction, shaping its culture, developing its external partnerships, and ensuring that it is positioned for long term success from the outset. We are seeking for a leader who is motivated by the opportunity to create a contemporary and high performing School with excellence in education, professional credibility, strong student outcomes, and a clear external identity. Working closely with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and senior colleagues, the postholder will lead the development of the School's strategy and translate ambition into delivery across curriculum, quality, people, partnerships, research, enterprise and resource management. The Head of School will ensure that the School is built on strong academic foundations, develop a modern curriculum with robust quality assurance, a commitment to inclusive and excellent teaching, and full alignment with General Pharmaceutical Council requirements.

The Person

Beyond operational leadership, this is an opportunity to leave a genuine institutional and professional legacy. The Head will act as the principal ambassador for Pharmacy at UWL, building trusted relationships with professional bodies, the NHS, the wider health economy, industry and other key stakeholders. They will be expected to create a compelling vision for the School, inspire multidisciplinary teams, foster a strong and inclusive culture, and build a platform for research, University of West London - Advert Template knowledge exchange and external engagement that enhances both reputation and impact. We are looking for a candidate with the experience and authority to lead at senior level, together with a proven track record in academic Pharmacy leadership, quality and accreditation, curriculum development, partnership building and organisational growth. This is an opportunity to establish a new School that will make a significant contribution to our students, the profession, the University and to the communities it serves.

How to Apply

To apply click on Apply Online, fill out the application form. Please submit a CV and covering letter as part of your application, evidencing suitability for the role.

Further information about the application process can be found here

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk if you need any assistance with the application process.

Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 15th June 2026.

Additional Information

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Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field with a demonstrable track record of research within the field.

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.