Dean of the Faculty of Engineering Sciences

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Full time
Location: London
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Category: Education

About UCL

UCL is a world leading, global university with a community of more than 50,000 students from 150 countries and over 16,000 staff which pursues academic excellence, breaks boundaries, and makes a positive impact on real world problems. We are consistently ranked among the top ten universities in the world and are one of only a handful of institutions rated as having the strongest academic reputation. We are ambitious for change and are committed to taking ever bolder and more impactful interventions towards becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive university.

About the Faculty of Engineering Sciences (FES)
The Faculty of Engineering Sciences (FES) is one of the largest and most diverse at UCL with c. 8,500 students from 120 countries and over 1,500 members of staff. UCL FES stands at the forefront of innovation and impact, shaping the next generation of engineers and advancing solutions to global challenges.

About the role

UCL is now looking to appoint an inspirational leader as Dean of FES to develop and implement a compelling, forward-thinking academic vision for the Faculty, championing its mission and impact within UCL and the wider global community. You will drive interdisciplinary collaboration, ensure excellence in teaching, student experience and learning outcomes, and in research, and promote cutting-edge enterprise and innovation. You will foster a culture of intellectual leadership, supporting innovation and critical thinking, and empowering staff and students to engage in transformative research and scholarly discourse.

Responsible to UCL’s Council via the Vice Provost (Faculties) and the Provost, you will ensure the Faculty’s outstanding performance and contribute to the leadership of the institution as a member of the University Management Committee.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Engineering within one of the world’s top universities. You will demonstrate an exceptional strategic leadership capability and commitment to furthering the Faculty’s global standing. You will bring experience in successfully leading a large, complex organisation whilst delivering transformational change and navigating complex challenges. An inspiring strategic thinker with a passion for excellence in education, research, and innovation, you will be collegial and results-oriented, with a proven ability to encourage participation and foster a transformative learning environment that will ensure the highest levels of student satisfaction.

How to apply

This role requires you to obtain Security Clearance (SC) as a condition of employment. Further information about that process can be found at: UK Security Vetting.

To book a confidential discussion about the role, please contact our Veredus Consultants: Reece D’Alanno on reece.d’alanno@veredus.co.uk or Veronika Dergal on veronika.dergal@veredus.co.uk.

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

The deadline for receipt of applications is Monday 20th January 2025.

The final interviews will take place on: Friday 4th April 2025.

For further information about the role and how to apply, please download the candidate pack under Supporting Documents below:

Supporting Documentation

CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK

DIVERSITY MONITORING FORM

CANDIDATE SUPPORTING INFORMATION FORM

Closing date for applications is: Monday 20 January 2025

The final interviews will take place on Friday, 4 April 2025.

We are committed to ensuring that anyone can access our application processes. This includes people with hearing, sight, mobility, and cognitive impairments. Should you require access to this document in an alternative format, wish to apply in a different format, or need any other reasonable adjustments made for you (including at interview), please contact us on education@veredus.co.uk.

PLEASE ENSURE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (CV / SUPPORTING STATEMENT / COMPLETED FORMS) ARE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE

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