Associate Professor

TN United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Associate Professor to lead research initiatives and foster collaboration within the Centre. This role involves managing innovative projects, securing funding, and supervising PhD students while contributing to the dynamic research environment at ARU Chelmsford. The successful candidate will work closely with public service organizations to tackle pressing societal issues, ensuring impactful research that promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of research in a supportive and agile working culture, with excellent benefits and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Pension Schemes

Training Opportunities

Travel Schemes

Competitive Relocation Package

Qualifications

• Proven research impact and collaboration with policymakers.
• Experience in leading innovative research projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee innovative research projects and secure external funding.
• Manage research resources to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery.

Skills

Research Leadership

Project Management

Collaboration with Public Sector

PhD Supervision

Education

PhD or Professional Doctorate

Job description

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About ARU

ARU is a global university committed to transforming lives through innovative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial education and research. We hold a Gold award for the quality of our education, awarded through the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Our research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical, and creative fields, delivering impactful research that addresses pressing issues and benefits our communities. Recognized by the UK's Higher Education funding bodies, 16 of our research areas are assessed as world leading. We are the largest provider of Nursing, Midwifery, Health, and Social Care students in the East of England and among the UK's leading universities for degree apprenticeship programs, collaborating with numerous employers nationwide.

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Professor to join the Centre leadership team, helping to shape strategic direction, research, and funding priorities. The successful candidate will oversee the initiation and effective delivery of innovative, collaborative research projects, leading research teams within the Centre and beyond. Securing external funding and supporting colleagues in this effort will be key responsibilities. The role includes managing research resources to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high standards, including leadership of the new social sciences research laboratory at ARU Chelmsford.

The Centre will adopt a collaborative approach with local, regional, and national public service organizations to address issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion. The post-holder will have opportunities to work closely with these organizations on research and evaluation challenges. Additionally, supervising PhD and Professional Doctorate students, as well as contributing to postgraduate teaching, will be part of the role.

Candidate Requirements

• PhD or Professional Doctorate in a relevant subject area or a professional qualification in a relevant field.
• Proven research impact, including experience working with policymakers or public sector organizations to implement evidence-based change.

Benefits and Additional Information

This position offers an excellent opportunity for experienced research leaders to join our dynamic team and contribute to the new Centre's success, supporting research excellence within VFI & PIER. We promote an agile working culture and offer benefits such as generous holiday entitlement, pension schemes, training opportunities, travel schemes, and a competitive relocation package. For full details, please visit our webpage.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of staff and students, with online searches conducted as part of the selection process. We value diversity and welcome applications from all community sections. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Application Guidance

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for key requirements. When applying, demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the criteria. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.