Head of School vacancy

The University is inviting applications for the Head of School of the Built Environment. The appointment will be made for a period of six years, starting on 1 September 2022.

This role is only open to internal candidates and you will need to provide a statement of interest and suitable (of no more than 1000 words) by 17:00 on Friday 8 July.

The Head of School is responsible for providing the School’s academic leadership, and will also contribute to the broader leadership within the wider University. They will also be responsible for chairing the University Board for Architecture.

How to apply

To view the new job description and person specification for the role, please follow the link below to the University's Jobtrain internal advert.

Head of School – School of the Built Environment

Our institution is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and we welcome applications where a flexible working pattern and/or a job share is proposed. Specifically, we welcome applications where it is proposed to take up the role as half of a job share (and no indication is needed as to who the other half might be). We also welcome coordinated applications from two separate members of staff proposing to undertake the role as a job share.

The application will require the submission of a statement of suitability and interest (1000 words max) and the attachment of an up to date CV.

Shortlisting and interview dates

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 11 July 2022.

Candidates will be invited to undertake a short presentation to colleagues in the School, setting out their key priorities for the School, should they be appointed. Following the presentation there will be the opportunity for colleagues in the School to ask questions of each candidate – this will take place on 19 July 2022 in the afternoon.

Interviews will take place during August 2022.

For any informal conversation about the role, please contact Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mark Fellowes