Job Description

De Montfort University (DMU) are looking to appoint a new Head of the Leicester School of Pharmacy. DMU is an ambitious, globally minded and culturally rich university with a strong commitment to the public good. We strive to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment that champions difference and celebrates success.

Faculty

You will join the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences (HLS) - a large Faculty that offers education across a number of health and social care courses and is home to four specialist schools: The Leicester School of Allied Health Sciences, the School of Applied Social Sciences, The Leicester School of Nursing and Midwifery, and the Leicester School of Pharmacy.

Teaching reflects the latest developments in the sector and many courses have professional accreditations. A range of work experience and volunteering opportunities enables students to develop the skills sought by graduate employers. Recent Leicester School of Pharmacy graduates have secured roles with leading employers such as AstraZeneca, Boots, GlaxoSmithKline and LGC Forensics.

The Role

In your new role, as Head of the Leicester School of Pharmacy, you will report into the PVC/Dean and will be a part of the Faculty\'s senior leadership team. You will be providing strategic leadership by way of policy and decision-making, building upon existing academic, professional and research strengths in the school.

In your new role, you will lead and manage cross-School initiatives and support the PVC/Dean in ensuring the Faculty is a successful, innovative and inclusive learning and research environment in which staff and students will thrive. You will develop strategic plans and goals, inclusive of plans for teaching and learning, research and commercial activity. You will engage in managerial and administrative functions. You will assume responsibility for oversight of student recruitment and effectively contribute to targets regarding student engagement, access and participation, and graduate outcomes. You will also communicate internal policies and procedures to staff and ensure compliance with governance, legislative and professional bodies\' requirements.

What You Will Need to Succeed

As Head of the Leicester School of Pharmacy, you will hold a relevant PhD or have equivalent experience within the field. You must possess and demonstrate an in-depth understanding of higher education and policies and have experience within a senior management role. You will also have experience with professional and regulatory bodies.

Benefits

You will benefit from access to the Teachers\' Pension Scheme; 35 days annual leave plus concessionary days and Bank Holidays; career progression; employee perks; NUS discount card; free and confidential access to the Employee Assistance confidential helpline who provide support on a range of lifestyle issues; discounted gym membership; free library memberships; buy up to five days annual leave and the cycle to work scheme. For more information, click here. ( )

Equality & Diversity

De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model positive behaviours both within the university and to reflect the diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from all potential candidates.

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The salary for this role is \xc2\xa379,000 to \xc2\xa383,000*. We welcome applications from those who are already Professors, or from aspiring Professors seeking conferment of a Personal Chair, who meet our criteria. The salary range for those applicants meeting our professorial criteria is \xc2\xa373,354 to \xc2\xa3124,231* - Appointment within this range will depend upon the professorial standing of the applicant.

*Effective from 1 August 2023.

How to Apply

Applications should consist of a CV accompanied by a covering letter addressing the criteria in the person specification.

For an informal, confidential discussion, please contact Liz James:

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T: 0121 654 5924

Closing date for receipt of applications: Thursday 31st August 2023

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