Academic Director, North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST)

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits at a pioneering national space asset in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role is pivotal in establishing a world-class Centre dedicated to space skills, research, and technology. You will lead a dynamic team of experts, driving strategic initiatives that align with the UK's ambitious space economy goals. With a significant investment backing, this position promises to shape the future of the space sector, fostering collaboration between industry and academia. If you are passionate about advancing space technology and education, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading academic or research institutions.
• Strong background in space technology and skills development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Centre's performance and innovation.
• Oversee operational management and service delivery.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Operational Oversight

Financial Management

Service Delivery

Education

Master's Degree in a relevant field

PhD in a relevant field

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Academic Director, North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST), Newcastle upon Tyne

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Client:

Northumbria University

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST) will house world-leading space experts and unite industry with academia. It aims to transform the UK space economy. Northumbria University is creating this £50 million Centre after major funding awards from the UK Space Agency and Lockheed Martin Space UK. Located in the heart of Northumbria University’s Newcastle city campus, NESST will be a new national space asset that fosters collaboration on significant space research and technological developments, as well as providing specialist education and training to ensure the UK space sector has a highly-skilled workforce in the future. NESST is expected to support over 350 jobs in the North East economy and contribute over £260 million over the next 30 years, aligning with the government’s levelling-up agenda and catalyzing the development of the UK space sector in the North East region.

Working with a team of world-leading space academics, this role will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to establish a world-class space skills, research, and technology Centre. Responsibilities include leading the Centre's strategic and operational performance, delivery, and innovation, encompassing all aspects of people, finance, and service delivery. More about our space research can be found on our space research webpages.