Aberystwyth University

Over the past 150 years, Aberystwyth University has developed into a strong, research-led academic community of over 2,000 staff and some 6,500 students from across the globe. We have 22 academic departments within three Faculties across the sciences, social sciences, health, business and the arts. Our mission is clear – to deliver inspirational education and research in a supportive, creative and exceptional environment. As the first university in Wales, we have a reputation for academic excellence, and an exceptional student experience. We are consistently recognised as one of the top Universities in the UK for Teaching Excellence and Student Satisfaction, including in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide.,

Aberystwyth University has a long and distinguished record of cutting-edge research across a range of disciplines for the benefit of wider society, the economy, environment, public policy and for cultural life in Wales and beyond. The work of our academics has been recognised as world-leading or internationally excellent in terms of its originality, significance and rigour. The results of REF 2021 show that the overall quality of research at Aberystwyth has risen since the last assessment, with 98% of all our research activity being of an internationally recognised standard or higher, within all UoAs submitted.  We are also investing heavily in our research profile and activity through several initiatives, including the newly opened innovation and enterprise campus, AberInnovation, which offers world-leading facilities and expertise within the biotechnology, agri-tech and food and drink sectors.

We are seeking to appoint a Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research, Knowledge Exchange and Innovation who will lead the strategic development and operational delivery across research, knowledge exchange and innovation.  High calibre candidates will bring evidence of strategic leadership across research and KE, alongside motivational people management and team building skills. An analytic thinker, candidates will also be internationally recognised within their field of research. Excellent communication skills are a prerequisite given the influential nature of the role, and its position on Aberystwyth University’s executive team.

Aberystwyth University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all our activities, and we strongly encourage candidates from under-represented groups to consider applying for this opportunity.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Aberystwyth University on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference WABWD. Alternatively, telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by 2^nd January 2023.