ACAD108391

University of Bristol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of the School of Policy Studies. This role involves key academic leadership responsibilities, focusing on strategic development and operational management within the School. The ideal candidate will possess an international academic standing, a strong track record in leadership, and a commitment to enhancing the student experience through excellent teaching and research. This is a full-time role with a four-year appointment, subject to renewal.

Qualifications

• International academic standing suitable for a senior professorial role.
• Proven leadership experience in academic settings.
• Strong commitment to enhancing education quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the academic operations of the School.
• Develop and align the School's strategy with the University's vision.
• Enhance the School's global reputation through teaching and research.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Research excellence

Team collaboration

Commitment to equality and diversity

Education

PhD or equivalent in a related field

Job description

The University of Bristol seeks to appoint an outstanding academic leader as the Head of the School of Policy Studies. Sitting within Bristol's renowned Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences, the School undertakes world‑class research and is committed to the highest international standards of teaching and student experience.

The appointment will be for four years, subject to renewal, and will go hand in hand with an open‑ended full‑time professorial position.

As Head of School, you will occupy a key academic leadership position within the University. Reporting to the Faculty Dean, you will lead and manage the academic business of the School in relation both to strategy and operations.

What will you be doing?

• Deliver, to a high standard, the managerial and administrative duties associated with the role of Head of School, working with the School senior management team and in partnership with the School Manager.
• Lead the School in developing its strategy in line with the Faculty, and the University's Vision and Strategy 2022‑2030.
• Enhance the global reputation of the School by consolidating and developing exciting teaching programmes and research portfolios across the School, with a commitment to fostering research excellence and a high quality student experience.

Qualifications

• International academic standing commensurate with senior professorial status in an area related to the School.
• Outstanding track record of strategic and operational leadership, driven by a commitment to excellence in research and research‑led teaching.
• Record of success in promoting excellent education and student experience, and in enabling colleagues to excel in research and teaching.
• Adapting productive and collaborative relationships with colleagues at all levels, and encouraging excellent partnership working between academic and professional services staff.
• Demonstrable commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.