Executive Director of Research Services

2 months ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time
Job Summary

The University of Glasgow seeks a highly experienced and visionary Executive Director of Research Services to lead the development and implementation of the University's research strategy and policies. As a key member of the Professional Services Group, you will play a critical role in shaping, delivering, and contributing to service excellence to meet the overall objectives of the University.

Main Responsibilities
  • Leadership and Strategy
    • Provide values-driven leadership that fosters a Research Services Directorate environment that supports working in collaboration and enables staff to thrive.
    • Develop people, capability, skills, and succession plans to ensure a sustainable and resilient provision of services while attracting and retaining talent.
  • Service Delivery and Operations
    • Provide management of the Research Services Directorate ensuring it offers high-quality services and advice that support the University's researchers and colleagues working in research support roles.
    • Ensure that the Directorate's operations and services are effective, efficient, and responsive, meeting the evolving needs of the University while adapting to developments in the sector.
  • Culture and Improvement
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement of services, processes, and practices to ensure the relevance of services to the Colleges and efficiency of operations while ensuring compliance with relevant statutory regulations.
  • Policy Development and Implementation
    • Lead the development and implementation of new policies and processes so that the University maintains its position as a leading national and international university and ensures compliance where necessary.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
    • Proactively engage with the sector and maintain current understanding of issues affecting research nationally and internationally to gather intelligence, influence outcomes, and inform institutional decision-making.
    • Work closely with the Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Engagement; the Economic Development; and Planning, Insight & Analytics Directorates; and Research Support Office to ensure that the University's approach across these areas is closely aligned.
  • Financial Management and Budgeting
    • Effectively manage the Research Services budget to maximize the performance of the Directorate while delivering a balanced budget annually.
  • Committee and Network Participation
    • Participate as a senior member of the relevant University research-related committees such as the Research Planning & Strategy Committee, Deans of Research, Lab for Academic Culture, Research Integrity Council, REF Project board, Trusted Research Advisory group, and be the sponsor of the University Research Professional Staff network.
  • Collaboration and Partnership
    • Work closely with the leadership of Glasgow Changing Futures, the Centre for Data Science & AI, and the Centre for Sustainable Solutions to ensure effective operation of these University-wide initiatives.
  • Academic Support and Leadership
    • Ensure effective support for the academic roles reporting to the Vice Principal for Research & Knowledge Exchange (currently Academic Director for Glasgow Changing Futures, Academic Lead for Good Research Practice, and Academic Lead for Inclusive Research).
  • Leadership and Governance
    • Be an active member of the University Research Professional Leadership Group, working together to ensure College and University Services are aligned in their research services and offerings.
Requirements
  • Leadership and Experience
    • A PhD or equivalent experience.
    • Executive-level knowledge and understanding of the higher education sector, the national and international research policy framework, and legislation relevant to research and postgraduate research.
  • Skills and Qualifications
    • Demonstrable vision and strategic leadership skills, including the ability to define and develop strategy, and translate into effective operational plans and drive continuous improvement of service delivery.
    • Outstanding communication and engagement skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with academics and professional staff at all levels.
    • Ability to empower, coach, and influence others, working collaboratively across organizational boundaries to maximize opportunities.
    • Understanding of university governance and an ability to work effectively within a collegial decision-making culture.
    • Creativity, flexibility, and innovative approaches to problem-solving with the ability to manage change in a complex environment.
    • Drive, enthusiasm, and integrity, with the proven ability to deliver results to tight deadlines and to demonstrate resilience under pressure.
  • Experience and Background
    • Significant senior leadership experience within the higher education sector, with a demonstrable track record of successfully meeting ambitious organizational objectives.
    • Demonstrable evidence of delivering successful outcomes at an institutional level, through developing and challenging teams to succeed.
    • Significant experience of sector-level engagement at national and international levels, with evidence of leveraging contacts and intelligence to further the interests of the organization.
    • Exposure to national and international best practice and policy developments.
    • Complexity and stakeholder management – demonstrable experience in effective people motivation and management with an ability to inspire confidence among professional, research, and academic staff, alongside university leadership and external partners.
    • Ability to deliver outcomes in an environment where authority is derived from influence and persuasion and where ambiguity is common.
    • Ability and willingness to contribute to strategic decisions and to translate policies and strategy into practical application, including budgeting, risk assessment, and management, resolving complex problems, monitoring, and reporting on progress.
    • Significant experience in managing substantial budgets/resources/funding with a strong understanding of financial management procedures.
    • Track record of initiating and delivering a step change in new and existing services, enabling support for researchers and partners through the use of new tools and technologies.
Terms and Conditions

The salary for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience. The University of Glasgow offers an excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions, including 41 days of leave for full-time staff, pension, benefits, and discount packages. As a valued member of our team, you can expect a welcoming and engaging organizational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

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