The Role
We are seeking to make a number of senior professorial appointments to support our ambitious plans to further grow our research capability and enhance our reputation for world-leading research. The primary purpose of the role is to provide senior research leadership, experience and expertise to strengthen the University’s research environment and to support the development of world-leading research within Unit of Assessment 17 (Business and Management Studies), including in preparation for REF 2029.
The role will include structured mentorship of early- and mid-career researchers, contribution to staff and PGR CPD activities, support for grant development, and active engagement in collaborative research and scholarly leadership. Postholders will also be expected to work closely with School Research Leads, contribute to relevant School and Campus research committees, and support the delivery of agreed research actions, including the development of research events and conferences. Ideal candidates will have a well-established international reputation, an exceptional track record of research and partnership development, and expertise aligned with one or more of the research areas outlined above.
These appointments are fractional and fixed-term, offering flexibility to candidates wishing to align the role with a broader portfolio of academic or industry-based work. Appointments may be attached to either the York Campus or the London Campus, with opportunities to contribute across both locations as appropriate.
Key Requirements
Commensurate with a professorial appointment, the successful candidate will demonstrate an outstanding and sustained record of world-leading and internationally excellent research outputs, alongside a strong track record of research income generation. Evidence of effective mentorship, leadership, and collaborative research activity is also essential.
Additional Information
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further information about life at YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
Closing Date - Wednesday 15 April 2026 at midnight Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 05 May 2026