Overview
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.
We are now seeking an inspirational, innovative and enterprising senior academic to lead on the delivery of excellence in teaching, research and enterprise in the merging School of Nursing and Advanced Practice and the School of Public and Allied Health. Situated in the Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science (HITS) this merged school continues to be one of the nation’s largest providers of health care professionals providing high quality education and cutting-edge learning innovation. A positive and creative student experience at all levels is critical to the mission of the school.
Role and responsibilities
The School Director is a senior management role within the University and a key position in the Faculty structure. Reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC) for HITS, the post provides a significant opportunity to lead a creative, dynamic and award-winning School, influencing the strategic direction of both the School and Faculty. You will:
* take a strategic role within the structures of the NHS within Cheshire and Merseyside and deputise for the PVC HITS, across a range of regional, national and international activities;
* lead on the delivery of excellence in teaching, research and enterprise across the merged School;
* manage complex academic areas and contribute to strategic thinking and operational improvements;
* join a dynamic and ambitious faculty leadership team with experience in academic leadership of a discipline relevant to the School.
You will have a proven track record in excellent academic leadership delivering a climate which enables individuals and teams to thrive and excel. Committed to inclusion and social justice, you will work with a wide range of internal and external partners. Active engagement with professional and academic bodies and experience of building regional and international relationships and partnerships is essential.
Qualifications and profile
* Evidence of strong academic leadership and ability to think strategically while delivering operational improvements.
* Experience of managing complex academic areas and leading a discipline relevant to the School.
* Commitment to inclusion and social justice and ability to work with diverse internal and external partners.
* Experience in engaging with professional and academic bodies and building regional and international relationships and partnerships.
* Ability to collaborate within a dynamic faculty leadership team and support strategic directions for the School and Faculty.
Benefits and environment
In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.
This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.
How to apply
For further information about the role, faculty and LJMU, please see our dedicated candidate information page. Further information is available on LJMU’s candidate information page.
Equal opportunities
LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all background and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit.
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