Associate Dean of Research

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The opportunity

Working with the Pro-Vice Chancellor/Head of College, Dean of Academic Strategy, Dean of Research and Knowledge Exchange, Deans of Academic Programmes, and the UAL Research Management and Administration Service, the post holder will be involved in the development, management and support of the College’s Research environment. The post holder plays in a key role in the support, mentoring and management of academics, including PGRs and ECRs.

The post holder will play a pivotal role in supporting funding bids with a view to securing significant external funding from a variety of sources. The post holder will also provide leadership for the College’s PGR student programme including the PGR student experience.

The post holder will lead the way that CSM supports, develops and disseminates its research. The research base at CSM is already very strong, so there is the opportunity to develop new areas and collaborations, as well as bringing out the work of emerging researchers.

It is expected that the post holder will be an active researcher in one of the College’s areas of research, and time will be given to pursue individual and collective research.

It is essential that the Associate Dean can think rigorously, dynamically and entrepreneurially about the contributions and future of practice research within the College and is able to align and motivate staff at all levels to achieve the University’s and College’s strategic ambitions.

About you

You will be an experienced researcher in one of the disciplines covered by CSM, with a track record of high-level outputs, and experience in funding applications and research grant delivery. Candidates of appropriate standing will be considered for a professorial title under normal UAL procedures.

You should also have some experience in research leadership and management. You will need to have knowledge of the various structures and policies associated with HE research, particularly as they impact on the creative arts.

How to apply

Applications should consist of a full academic CV, and a covering letter (max 2 sides of A4) with narrative text addressing the criteria in the Person Specification, and explaining your interest in, and suitability for, the role. Your application must evidence the nature and achievements in your research and pedagogical innovation, and wider leadership or managerial responsibilities held and achievements therein.

UAL is actively committed to addressing the under-representation of staff from Black and Minority Ethnic communities, using our student profile as a reference point.

University of the Arts London offers generous leave, an attractive salary and pension plus a commitment to your continuing personal development and training in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity.

For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please see the Applicant pack. Questions about the role and appointment can be addressed directly to the Pro-Vice Chancellor and Head of College, Dr Rathna Ramanathan or to the Dean of Academic Strategy, Allan Atlee, contacting in the first instance, PA to the Executive Team, Marion Eastwood: marion.eastwood@csm.arts.ac.uk.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is home to a diverse body of over 6,000 academic, professional and technical staff who support more than 21,000 students from 130 countries.

The University is made up of 6 renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings.

Our culture

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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