Vacancy for Head of Department of Informatics at King's College London

Digital Preservation Coalition; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader for the Department of Informatics at a prestigious university. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of interdisciplinary research and education in a vibrant academic environment. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with faculty leadership, fostering meaningful partnerships and driving innovation in teaching and research. This position is pivotal in enhancing the department's impact and reputation, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like AI. If you are passionate about leading in academia and making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Substantial track record in research and teaching within Informatics.
• Evidence of aptitude towards inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Department of Informatics and drive interdisciplinary research.
• Ensure excellence in education and provide direction for staff.

Skills

Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration

Leadership

Teaching Excellence

Strategic Planning

Education

PhD in Computer Science or Informatics

Postgraduate Teaching Experience

Job description

Vacancy for Head of Department of Informatics at King's College London

6 May 2025

London, UK

Full-Time

Located in the heart of Central London on our Strand campus, the Department of Informatics within the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences is a vibrant hub for interdisciplinary research and education of the highest quality. The department is in an exciting position, having grown by over 30% over the last four years to circa 100 academic staff, with a student population of over 1100 undergraduates, 420 postgraduates and 200 PhD students.

Research in the department covers a broad range of sub-disciplines of Computer Science considering fundamental scientific questions, as well as the practical challenges and opportunities we face in an increasingly complex digital society. Our intersecting lattice-like structure of groups and hubs in Informatics provides a robust framework which supports the Department’s commitment to research of the highest scientific quality, and the drive to increase the external impact of our research.

Housed in the iconic Bush House, this is a brilliant opportunity to lead a Department with a reputation for excellence. With our AI+ initiative accelerating AI activity across the University, and King’s Interdisciplinary Science growing our presence across the sciences, the Department of Informatics is well positioned to be at the heart of King’s College London’s key agendas in the coming years.

Working closely with the Executive Dean and Faculty Leadership Team, the postholder will be expected to build wide and meaningful interdisciplinary research collaborations across the Faculty and King’s, ensure excellence and innovation in education, provide supportive direction for academic and professional services staff, and contribute to the overall strategic aims of the Faculty.

The successful candidate will have a substantial track record in research, teaching and professional achievement within an Informatics or Computer Science discipline, and evidence an aptitude and motivation towards inclusive leadership.