Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students

The University of Manchester is seeking an exceptional academic leader to serve as Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students within the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health.

This is a strategically critical leadership role, central to delivering the University’s Manchester 2035 vision and shaping a world-leading student experience at scale.

The Role

As a member of the University’s extended leadership team and Faculty leadership team, you will provide strategic and academic leadership for Teaching, Learning and Students across a large and complex faculty.

You will:

• Lead the development and delivery of a forward-looking Teaching, Learning and Students strategy aligned to Manchester 2035
• Shape a demand-led, interdisciplinary portfolio informed by research-led curricula and digitally enabled pedagogy
• Work in partnership with students, academic leaders and Professional Services to deliver an outstanding and inclusive student experience
• Drive innovation in curriculum design and pedagogical practice, including the use of emerging technologies
• Lead portfolio review, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across all programmes
• Oversee key aspects of student experience, including appeals, complaints and fitness to practise
• Build strong partnerships with healthcare providers, industry and global education organisations

This role requires a leader who combines academic credibility with strategic vision and a commitment to educational excellence.

The Person

You will bring:

• A strong academic reputation with a track record in teaching, learning and educational innovation
• Significant senior leadership experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments
• A clear strategic vision for higher education, including digital and pedagogical innovation
• Experience of portfolio development, curriculum reform and market-informed decision making
• Strong understanding of the UK higher education and health education landscape
• A commitment to partnership with students and enhancing the student experience
• Experience of building partnerships with healthcare systems, industry and global education providers
• A commitment to inclusive leadership and organisational development

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of education within one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities — driving innovation, delivering impact and preparing future generations of professionals and leaders.

What will you get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers