Head of the School of Physics and Astronomy (ASN

Can you provide the strategic vision and leadership necessary for the School to successfully develop and deliver its plans through inspiring, motivating and developing staff to achieve their full potential? Are you passionate about delivering world-leading research and an exceptional student experience in an international and interdisciplinary context?

You will lead and manage the School of Physics and Astronomy, maximising strategic opportunities arising from the changing landscape of higher education and the University’s strategic plan, whilst leading and delivering excellence in research and education.

You will be an active member of the Executive Committee of the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences and the University’s Leadership Forum, promoting a coordinated approach to delivering innovative strategic academic development. You will be taking on a significant and complex leadership role in the School and Faculty and must be able to lead with a clear vision, engaging others across the School, Faculty and University.

You will have the leadership skills, ambition and creativity to take forward the development and delivery of the School’s academic strategy and objectives. You will thrive on working collaboratively in a busy and dynamic environment to enhance the reputation of the School with a focus on quality and excellence.

Academic credibility is essential. You will have a sustained track record of excellence in research and/or student education, with demonstrable evidence to provide leadership in both, combined with excellent skills in team working and collaboration.

This represents an opportunity for a senior scholar proficient in inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary working to shape collectively the future of a diverse School at a leading Russell Group University. You will be able to obtain very quickly a detailed working knowledge of the School’s complex, multi-disciplinary operations, including a wide variety of research and a range of programmes of both undergraduate and postgraduate study.

What we offer in return

•    26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!

•    Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – the University contributes 14.5% of salary.

•    Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.

•    Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.

•    Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

The University of Leeds has engaged the services of Berwick Partners (an Odgers Berndtson company), to whom applications should be sent.

To apply, please visit: www.berwickpartners.co.uk/93417.

For an informal and confidential discussion about this role, please speak to our advisor at Berwick Partners:Elizabeth James, Partner and Head of Education PracticeEmail: Elizabeth.James@berwickpartners.co.uk

Closing Date: Friday 25 April at 5:00pm BST.

Closing Date: 25 Apr 2025

Section: Academic

Salary: Competitive