Faculty Executive Dean

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.

Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

The Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science and Health is a pivotal role at our University, overseeing strategic direction and representing the Faculty at the highest levels. This senior position will require leadership and management responsibilities overseeing Heads of Schools and the Senior Leadership team within the Faculty ensuring alignment with the University vision. The Executive Dean will drive the development and delivery of the Faculty strategy achieving financial sustainability to support our University's goals reporting directly into the Deputy Vice Chancellor and Provost.

Additionally, you will provide inspirational leadership to academic areas, fostering ground-breaking educational partnerships and promoting research excellence. As a key member of the University Executive Board, the Executive Dean contributes to crucial decision-making processes for the benefit of the University. Other responsibilities include overseeing course quality, research impact and workforce planning. With a professional profile, this role may also involve teaching, scholarship, or research activities.

Join us at a hugely exciting time with the commencement of our Medical degree (partnering with Kings College London) and in shaping the future of our entire Science and Health education here at the University of Portsmouth.

Interview date: 2 October 2024

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Long service awards and recognition awards, which are awarded to staff for exceptional performance.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don't stop there - click 'apply' for further information on My Reward and Benefits

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from all talented people. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.

Please note the closing date may be extended if required.

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

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