Academic ConnectWe 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.
At Durham University, our aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women, and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role.
For further information about the role and the Person Specification, please view our applicant pack.
How to Apply
We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points throughout the selection process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to make sure you have not missed any of our updates.
What you need to submit
- A CV: and
- A supporting statement which outlines how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification detailed in the Applicant Pack above.
The deadline for applications is 28 September 2025 at midnight BST.
We anticipate that interviews will be held in late October 2025.
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