Appointment of Vice-President and Dean of the Faculty of Science & Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Manchester
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The University of Manchester is one of the world’s leading universities but with deep roots in the city of Manchester and the wider region. We draw on the rich legacy of discovery, activism, and community service which has defined us over the last 200 years and are in the process of writing our new University strategy as we begin our third century. With over 13,000 staff and 46,000 students, we are also one of the UK’s largest and most comprehensive universities, with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and research and social responsibility. We are ranked 34th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and 2nd in the world for social and environmental impact (Times Higher Education Impact Ranking).

Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.We seek to appoint a new

Vice-President and Dean of the Faculty of Science & Engineering (FSE).

The Faculty is one of the largest groupings of scientists and engineers in the UK and beyond. We are focused on teaching and research excellence; growing partnerships with employers, research funders and beneficiaries; a deep commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and making a significant contribution to society through impactful research and innovation. We cover the full spectrum from fundamental to interdisciplinary research and aim to deliver leadership and transformative solutions to key issues in Artificial Intelligence, Health, Sustainability, Quantum and Digital, and Advanced Materials as well as discovery science and engineering.Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor, this role is responsible for providing academic leadership and operational management of the Faculty, with an income of over £270 million, across a vibrant community of two schools and ten associated departments, approaching 1900 academic and professional services staff, and over 10,000 students. This involves developing strategic leadership in research, education and social responsibility, whilst ensuring that operational processes are efficient and effective.You will be a vital member of the University’s Executive Team. In joining, you will have an outstanding reputation in a relevant discipline, a commitment to teaching and research excellence, proven leadership and management credentials and the vision and capability to advance the Faculty and the University. The new Vice-President and Dean will be an inspiring and values-led leader, able to build inclusive and high performing teams, as well as engage successfully with a range of external partners.The University is committed to building a fully inclusive and diverse community, including its executive leadership. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds with the qualifications and experience to undertake this role, including under-represented groups.The closing date for applications is

midnight (GMT) on Friday, 14th March 2025.

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