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London College of Fashion, UAL, is seeking an exceptional senior academic leader to join us as Associate Dean of Knowledge Exchange (ADKE), based at our landmark East Bank campus in Stratford. This is a rare opportunity to shape and champion the College's knowledge exchange agenda at a pivotal moment in its history. You will work at the heart of one of the world's leading creative institutions, bridging the worlds of academic scholarship, industry, community and public policy to deliver meaningful, lasting impact.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the development and delivery of knowledge exchange strategy across the College and at UAL level
Cultivate partnerships with community, government and industry stakeholders both nationally and internationally
Foster dynamic communities of practice
Enable cutting-edge academic thinking to flow into industry and society
Ensure that community-led insight enriches our curriculum
Maintain your own academic or artistic practice
Support colleagues to maintain their academic or artistic practice
Contribute to a vibrant research and KE culture
Requirements:
Postgraduate qualification
Strong track record in higher education
Demonstrable knowledge of the creative industries
Experience as a leader and manager
Proven ability to manage resources, influence strategy, and deliver complex projects with long-term impact
Engaging and adaptable communicator
Experience building effective teams and cross-organisational networks
Genuine commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Record of research, scholarly activity or professional practice in your specialist area
Ability to apply expertise to develop learning and drive innovation across the institution