University Professor – Higher Education
Leeds
Full Time, Temporary Contract
Pay rate: £39.83 – £76.84 per hour (depending on experience)
I am recruiting on behalf of a prestigious Leeds based university for experienced Professors to join their academic team on a full time temporary basis.
I am seeking candidates specialising in any of the following subjects: Business and Law, Health and Life Sciences, Computing and Creative Industries, Social Sciences, Education and Childhood, or Sport and Wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide academic leadership within your subject area, contributing to strategic planning and programme development
• Deliver high-quality teaching, supervision, and mentoring to undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Lead and support research activities, including publication, grant applications, and collaborative projects
• Ensure academic quality and standards are maintained across teaching, learning, and assessment
• Represent the university in external academic and professional forums
• Support and mentor academic colleagues, contributing to faculty development and performance management
Requirements
• Significant experience as a Professor or senior academic leader within higher education in your specialism
• Strong track record in teaching, research, and academic leadership
• Degree-level qualification with a postgraduate or professional qualification in a relevant field
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills
• Ability to inspire and develop staff and students within your subject area
This is an excellent opportunity for Professors seeking a competitive hourly rate, immediate start, and the chance to make a strategic impact within a leading university.
To be considered, please submit an up-to-date CV.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy