Senior Academic Leader

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom COURTAULD INSTITUTE OF ART Full time

The Courtauld Institute of Art seeks a senior academic leader to define its strategic direction and represent the institution in the wider community. The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of leadership in the UK higher education sector and an internationally recognised authority in art history, conservation, or a closely allied discipline.

The role will involve participating in the Senior Management Team, overseeing the effective operation and development of the History of Art and Conservation departments, and managing key teams. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, an influential and persuasive communicator, and a natural diplomat.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Defining the strategic direction of The Courtauld
  • Representing and advocating for The Courtauld in the wider community
  • Overseeing the operation and development of the History of Art and Conservation departments
  • Managing key teams, including the Head of the Library, the Head of Public Engagement, and the Academic Registrar
  • Fostering productive scholarly relationships across The Courtauld, including with the Courtauld Gallery

Applicants should have a strong profile of engagement with both teaching and research in Higher Education and a robust track record of publication. A strategic thinker, an influential and persuasive communicator, and a natural diplomat, the successful candidate will be able to bring together a wide variety of individuals and audiences within the Courtauld community.

The Courtauld Institute of Art promotes equal opportunities.



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