Academic Leader in Policing Research

1 month ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University UK Full time

The Open University UK is seeking an exceptional individual to lead the Department for Policing as a Professor of Policing and Education. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving department and provide strategic leadership at the cutting edge of police education and research.

The Department for Policing offers a successful portfolio of accredited police education programmes, including police apprenticeships and other certified learning pathways. These programmes have earned the department a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, impactful education. In addition to its educational remit, the Department for Policing is home to the dynamic Centre for Policing Research and Learning (CPRL), which fosters true collaboration between the university and police forces across the UK's four nations.

This role is contractually aligned to our Milton Keynes office and whilst it is possible to work remotely, attendance on site in Milton Keynes will be as and when required to suit business needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead on the development and expansion of specialist research areas, ensuring the Department for Policing continues to be recognised for its intellectual leadership in policing.
  • Shape the future research agenda, fostering high-quality research, with particular attention to emerging areas such as AI in policing.
  • Support the department's teaching strategy, aligning research outputs with educational programmes and continuing professional development.
Skills and Experience

We are looking for an experienced academic leader with a strong background in policing research and education, capable of steering the Department for Policing and CPRL to even greater success. The ideal candidate will have the following skills, plus be able to meet the essential requirements:

  • A proven track record of leading high-impact research in policing or a closely related field.
  • Strong leadership and strategic planning skills, with a commitment to promoting the integration of research, education, and practice.
  • The ability to guide and inspire a diverse academic team and shape the Department for Policing's future.

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