Pro Dean Research & Innovation (Faculty of Technology)

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. We are one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, and we rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

We are seeking an outstanding academic leader to join the Faculty of Technology's leadership team as Pro Dean (Research & Innovation).

This is a senior strategic role, providing leadership for research, innovation, knowledge exchange and impact across the faculty. Working closely with the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research & Innovation), you will translate University strategy into ambitious, measurable faculty-wide outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of the faculty's research and innovation strategy.
- Champion research excellence, innovation, impact and knowledge exchange.
- Build strategic partnerships and identify opportunities for research funding, collaboration and external engagement.
- Develop a strong, inclusive and high-performing research culture.
- Support and develop the Associate Heads (Research & Innovation) across the schools.
- Use insight and evidence to drive performance, growth and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to University-wide strategic planning and decision making as a member of the Faculty Executive Leadership Team.

Person Specification:
- Significant experience of research or innovation leadership in a higher education or comparable environment.
- A proven ability to develop and deliver strategy and achieve measurable outcomes.
- Experience of building successful collaborations, partnerships and funding opportunities.
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with a commitment to developing people and creating an environment where research can thrive.

Location:
Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
- Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
- Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
- Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Staff wellbeing programmes.
- Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
- Discounted learning.
- Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from normal policy.

We are committed to building a diverse leadership team and women are currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles in our Faculty. We encourage and welcome applications from Women. All appointments are made on merit.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on Monday 7 December 2026.

For queries regarding this position, please contact Ruth Paterson at [email protected]