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The Faculty of Education, Health and Wellbeing is seeking appoint a new Associate Dean Research and Knowledge Exchange to join the senior leadership team. This role will be central to driving forward research and knowledge exchange in a large faculty of around 10,000 students and over 500 staff. Our vision is to address societal challenges and improve lives through world-class research; you will be responsible for translating that vision to faculty level activities and outputs.
Job Responsibility:
Lead a programme of transformation which will include the development and delivery of the faculty’s research strategy
Translate the university's research vision to faculty level activities and outputs
Drive forward research and knowledge exchange in a large faculty
Requirements:
Experienced academic with significant research, teaching and management experience
Expertise and experience from one of the seven areas of the faculty: education, nursing, allied health and midwifery, public health, social work and social care, psychology and sport
Demonstratable experience of supporting and growing research and knowledge exchange into outcomes that have a clear impact within the region and professional practice
Experience of leading on research strategy development and implementation at subject or faculty level in an organisation undergoing significant change
Experience successfully managing complex projects
Clear evidence of positive leadership skills and management performance
Experience line managing large teams
Commitment to inclusion and social justice within leadership and research practice
What we offer:
Standard Life Pension scheme with employer contribution of up to 12%
Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service
Free Will Writing Service
IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts
Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service
Gym memberships discounts at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton
Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution
Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff
Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance
Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services
Generous Annual Leave
Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements
Free On-site Parking available across campuses
Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice
Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment
Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles
Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks
Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries
Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career