Associate Dean - Preston, United Kingdom - University of Central Lancashire

University of Central Lancashire

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Preston, United Kingdom

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Description

Job Reference:
XX005723

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Date Posted: Tuesday, 1 August 2023
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Application Closing Date: Thursday, 31 August 2023

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Location: Preston Campus

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Salary: Competitive Salary

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Basis: Full Time

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Contract Type: Indefinite

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Job Category / Type: Management
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School / Service: School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
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Hours: 37.00 hours per week
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Interview Date: Friday 22 September 2023

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is an international, multi-campus Institution that can trace its roots back to 1828. UCLan is one of the UK's largest universities with a staff and student community approaching 38,000.

Our employment-focused course portfolio, with over 350 undergraduate programmes, nearly 200+ postgraduate courses, and a rich array of CPD courses means that students enjoy a first-class experience, alongside accessible and relevant research that makes a contribution to society.

Our current strategic plan runs until 2028 which will mark the university's 200th anniversary.

The vision through which the plan will be delivered is to "transform lives by delivering an outstanding educational experience, creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve".

The newly created role of Associate Dean in the School of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences will provide strategic leadership capability, ensuring curriculum design and content delivery is inspiring and cognisant of changing markets and supportive of enterprise and employability outcomes.

The new Associate Dean will possess:

track record in successful leadership of an academic discipline relevant to the school

- ability to lead successful business development and enterprise partnerships related to academic provision
- detailed understanding and experience of improving, delivering and enhancing the student experience and student outcomes
- experience of overseeing successful student recruitment to target, and developing widening participation initiatives
- an understanding of university quality assurance processes and other regulatory frameworks

We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed.

Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will diversify the University's leadership team and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

How to Apply:

Applications should include the following:
- an up-to-date CV; and
- a covering letter (of no more than two A4 pages) summarising your experience, attributes, and your view of your overall suitability for the role.