"Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research)"

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional individual as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) to provide leadership, advocacy for, and management of our research to deliver against our strategic ambitions.

Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, and supported by a Deputy to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) is a member of the University's senior leadership team (the University Executive Committee, or UEC, chaired by the Vice Chancellor and Warden, Professor Karen O'Brien).

As Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), you will be responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the University's research strategy, providing dynamic intellectual leadership and management for a diverse university with an international outlook that is already performing strongly.

With an exceptional research reputation and profile and significant senior leadership and management experience, you will be an excellent communicator, able to inspire and engage those around you, lead continuous improvement in the quality and impact of the University's research outputs and build effective relationships with University colleagues and peer organisations across the globe. With the ability to think broadly and strategically, you will be someone who can challenge convention, push boundaries, and work innovatively to enhance the international reputation of the University.

The deadline for applications is 28 September 2025 at midnight BST. We anticipate that interviews will be held in late October 2025.