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Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences FURTHER PARTICULARS
An opportunity to build
a sustainable future
Founded by Royal Charter in 1967, the University of Stirling was the first new university in Scotland
for more than 400 years. Since its foundation, the University has embraced its role as an innovative,
intellectual and cultural institution with a pioneering spirit and a passion for excellence.
In 2016, the University launched its Strategic Plan, with targets The ideal candidate
to be one of the top 25 universities in the UK; increase income The role of Dean of Faculty will provide academic leadership
by £50 million; enhance its research profile by 100 percent; and performance management to the Faculty, working with
and ensure internationalisation is at the heart of everything it the Faculty’s executive to further develop and extend its
does. Reflecting upon 2020-22, University Court approved an established reputation for innovation and creativity at the
extension to the Strategic Plan to cover the period 2021-23. forefront of research and teaching.
Faculty structure and ambition We aim to attract an academic of international standing who
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a thriving Faculty which has will provide leadership in innovative research, knowledge
ambitions for further international success. You will work as part exchange, curriculum development and strategic performance
of the University’s senior team embedding a culture of ambition in management. The successful candidate will have an established
research, excellence in teaching and learning, income generation, international profile in a relevant research area with a significant
cost effectiveness and interdisciplinary collaboration. track record of external grant funding. Support, development
and guidance of other staff are key components of this role
The new Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences will lead an along with strong academic leadership and the capacity to
integrated interdisciplinary Faculty, with research and teaching make a direct contribution to research, teaching and
interests in Sociology, Social Policy, Criminology, Education, leadership within the programmes of the Faculty.
Housing Studies, Social Work and Dementia and Ageing.
1st in the UK
and 5th in
the World The University
for campus environment
UK International Student Barometer (ISB)
Benchmark and Global ISB Benchmark 2018
of Stirling
Since its founding 50 years ago, the University of
Stirling has prided itself on being a place of useful
learning – accessible and welcoming to all who
ALMOST
3/4
study and work with us. Stirling is a place where
ability, not background, is valued.
With three-quarters of its research ranked world-leading
of research activity and internationally-excellent (Research Excellence Framework
rated either 2014), the University’s ground-breaking, interdisciplinary research
makes a difference to society and has a positive impact on
world-leading or communities worldwide.
internationally
excellent With key strengths in the fields of Living Well; Global Security
REF2014
and Resilience; and Cultures, Communities and Society –
the University collaborates with international governments and
policymakers, businesses, industry, and charitable organisations,
to tackle and provide solutions to some of the toughest global
societal challenges.
TOP 20
The essence of the University is its great people; its graduates,
staff (1,500+), students (14,000+) and alumni (85,000+)
are helping to shape the world. Stirling is a truly global institution,
and was awarded 5 QS Excellence Stars Awards for internationalisation,
in the UK teaching, facilities, employability and inclusiveness.
for student satisfaction With more than 120 nationalities represented on campus,
Stirling is a university of distinction and an employer of choice.
Stirling’s leading researchers, scholars and global student
National Student Survey 2020
population are attracted by the University’s unique learning
environment, exceptional facilities, beautiful campus and
student-centered approach.
Equality and diversity, and treating everyone with respect,
are central to the University’s ethos and activities. Stirling promotes
equality and celebrates diversity through a variety of initiatives.
RANKED The University is proud to hold an Athena SWAN Bronze award –
in the the national charter recognising best practice in advancing
TOP 30
women’s careers in Science, Technology, Engineering,
Mathematics and Medicine.
best UK
The University is located in the city of Stirling; the gateway to
the Scottish Highlands. The 330-acre campus encompasses a loch,
universities league a golf course and the 18th-century Airthrey Castle. Our recent
Campus Central project is one of the University’s biggest infrastructure
Guardian University Guide 2021 investments since our foundation, designed with input from the
Students’ Union, staff and local stakeholders. We have also invested
an additional £20 million in our sports facilities, maintaining our
reputation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence.
QS EXCELLENCE AWARD
FOR TEACHING
QSQSWorld
World University Ratings2018
University Rankings 2021
Research
Groundbreaking, impactful and beneficial
Stirling is regarded as an institution that, in its relatively short but storied history, makes a positive
difference to people’s lives. We are proud to have gained a reputation for carrying out high-quality
research that benefits the global communities we serve.
The University of Stirling has an industry and charitable organisations, The breadth of Stirling’s research activity
established reputation as an institution to tackle and provide solutions to some makes the University a unique academic
that contributes innovative research that of the toughest global societal challenges. environment that stimulates creativity
is relevant to the social, economic and To ensure we make a positive, lasting and critical thinking and provides
cultural needs of society. Working with contribution to the world around us, we the focus for recruiting, supporting
academic, commercial, public, private are building distinctive interdisciplinary and developing highly skilled and
and voluntary sector partners, Stirling research strengths across the University’s motivated researchers.
is one of the UK’s leading research five academic faculties, in three major
universities in the fields of health and areas: Living Well; Global Security and The University of Stirling is a two times
wellbeing, the environment and people, Resilience; and Cultures, Communities winner of the Queen’s Anniversary
culture and society, enterprise and the and Society. Prize. The latest recognition, awarded
economy, and sport. in 2019, celebrates the Institute of
The high quality impact of our research Aquaculture and its pioneering work
With three-quarters of our research demonstrates how Stirling researchers in the world’s fastest-growing food
ranked world-leading and internationally are making a major contribution to production sector in a bid to tackle global
excellent (Research Excellence society, locallyand globally in a university hunger. We also won this prestigious
Framework 2014), our groundbreaking, environmentwhich enables the award in 2013 for globally-recognised
interdisciplinary research, makes a University’s academicsto produce research into the effects of marketing on
difference to society and has a positive the highest-quality research. public health, conducted by the Institute
impact on communities around the for Social Marketing.
world. From cancer prevention and the Interdisciplinary collaboration is one of
concerns associated with the world’s the institution’s hallmarks. For example,
ageing population, to tackling worldwide researchers in Economics, Computing
food security problems, we are leading Science and Applied Social Science
major studies focused on tackling some are working together on an assistive
of the most difficult challenges of our time. technology to allow older people to
We collaborate internationally with live independently for longer in their
governments, policymakers, businesses, own homes.
Professional Current Academic
Services Support Structure
The academic structure is supported by a professional The University of Stirling is divided into five academic faculties:
services structure comprising the following directorates: • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
• Commercial Services • Faculty of Natural Sciences
• Communications, Marketing and Recruitment • Faculty of Social Sciences
• Estates and Campus Services • Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport
• Finance • University of Stirling Management School
• Human Resources and Organisation Development
In addition to the above, the Institute for Advanced Studies
• Information Services provides a virtual hub for Stirling’s postgraduate community.
• Internationalisation and Partnerships
• Research and Innovation Services
• Sports Development Services
• Student, Academic and Corporate Services
University for
Sporting Excellence
The University is Scotland’s University
for Sporting Excellence, a designation by
the Scottish Government in recognition
of its contribution to Scottish sport.
The University of Stirling has also been crowned the
UK’s Sports University of the Year in recognition of its
world-class facilities and excellence across sports
performance, research and education.
Its mission is to deliver the best for Scottish sport
through the powerful and inspirational combination
of sport and education. Stirling is at the heart of
Scottish sport, preparing athletes to perform on the
world stage, enabling students to develop their skill
sets for excellent careers and producing innovative
research to improve the health of the nation.
The sport centred campus is the hub of the local
community and brings together the people shaping
Scottish sport, creating a critical mass of sporting
expertise and excellence.
University of Stirling
Faculty of Social Sciences
The Faculty of Social Sciences (FSS) encompasses an interdisciplinary team of academic and
professional support staff with research and teaching interests in Sociology, Social Policy
and Criminology; Education; Housing Studies; Social Work; and Dementia and Ageing.
Teaching Research
We deliver globally-recognised courses that facilitate Our research has a significant and positive impact on people’s
opportunities to gain widespread practical experience, lives. From international research on dementia to contributions
promote postgraduate research, and allow our students to to teaching and social work practice, our work makes a difference.
achieve their ambitions. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio of The 2014 Research Excellence Framework shows our record,
courses, at undergraduate and postgraduate level, as well as the with 80% of our research classed as internationally excellent or
professional development opportunities we offer. We deliver these world leading in the two areas of Social Work and Social Policy
by working collaboratively with students, staff and stakeholders, and Education. We also offer a vibrant, supportive environment
through our interdisciplinary links within the University and for postgraduate researchers in social sciences.Our research is
beyond. A high-number of our courses hold prestigious organised though Centres and Groups as follows:
rankings and accreditations, including:
• Centre for Child Well-being and Protection
• Centre for Environment, Dementia and Ageing Research
CRIMINOLOGY - 1ST IN SCOTLAND • Dementia Services Development Centre
AND 3RD IN THE UK • Education Practice/Theory
The Guardian University Guide 2021 • Public Services and Governance Research Group
• Salvation Army Centre for Addictions Services
and Research
EDUCATION - TOP 5 IN SCOTLAND
• Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research
• Social Surveys and Social Statistics Research Group
AND TOP 10 IN THE UK
The Complete University Guide 2021
SOCIAL WORK - 2ND IN SCOTLAND
AND 2ND IN THE UK
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021
SOCIOLOGY - TOP 5 IN SCOTLAND
AND TOP 10 IN THE UK
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021
SOCIAL POLICY - TOP 5 IN SCOTLAND
AND TOP 15 IN THE UK
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021
We hold significant external research funding, and during the
academic year 2020-21 to date have been awarded over £7m
in new grants. Our work is interdisciplinary, and we take
a team approach, which includes particular support for early
career researchers. We collaborate with all other Faculties in
the University in research, and have multiple external partners,
nationally and internationally. Details of our work, including
projects and publications, can be found on our web pages at
stir.ac.uk/5ulDean of Faculty
Role Profile
The Dean is an open ended professorial post with competitive salary
(The salary minimum meets the UKVI salary threshold of SOC code 2311).
The post is at professorial level with a four-year tenure as Dean • ensure continuous improvement in research performance,
of Faculty, which may be renewed. knowledge exchange and achievement of external funding;
• promote quality enhancement of learning and teaching;
The successful candidate will need the leadership skills to work
• lead in developing and promoting interdisciplinary activities
effectively with a team of professional managers and senior
with other faculties, and collaborative activities with other
academics, and will need to have extensive senior management
institutions and organisations;
experience in a research active environment. They will also be
able to demonstrate familiarity with, and understanding of, • actively represent and promote their Faculty and the
the challenges and opportunities that face higher education in University, and identify and address external threats
the UK and Scotland. and opportunities;
• continue to demonstrate a significant personal contribution
The Dean of Faculty will contribute to the effective management to research output and income generation.
of the University and represent the Faculty both within and
outside the University. They will be responsible for effective Faculty Management:
communications with staff within their Faculty and will undertake
The Dean of Faculty is the accountable manager within their
to promote and execute institutional strategies and plans.
Faculty, and as such is responsible for the effective management
of staff and their performance and for the discharge of all
An annual, non superannuable honorarium of £6000 will attach
responsibilities and duties devolved to the Faculty. The Dean of
to this post paid monthly with salary. During periods of extended
Faculty will be supported by an appointed Faculty Operations
absence (e.g. long term sickness absence exceeding 3 months) the
Manager who is the chief operating officer for the Faculty.
honorarium will transfer to an acting Dean appointed by
The Faculty Operations Manager leads and is responsible for the
the Principal.
effective delivery of professional services within the Faculty and
the performance of professional services staff within the Faculty.
Annually, the Senior Deputy Principal will review Dean of Faculty
performance and development in the role through ‘Achieving
Success’ meetings. The Dean of Faculty will:
• ensure that management procedures are in place for the
The appointment to Dean of Faculty may be extended at the end efficient discharge of all aspects of Faculty business;
of the initial period by agreement between the post holder and • be responsible and accountable for planning and agreeing
the Principal. budgets, income targets and other key performance indicators
(KPI’s), and for monitoring performance against these plans
Key Duties and Responsibilities and targets;
Academic Leadership: • be responsible for HR management throughout the
The Dean of Faculty is the senior academic officer of the Faculty, Faculty, ensuring effective monitoring of staff performance,
responsible for all aspects of its academic performance. The Dean maintenance of ‘Achieving Success’ review cycles, Faculty
of Faculty will therefore have a substantial record of achievement adherence to recruitment, development, promotions and
in their relevant subject area, in terms of both academic leadership reward policies and procedures, and if necessary, to the
and international profile. appropriate disciplinary, grievance or harassment procedures;
• oversee the effective and equitable management of the
The Dean of Faculty will: workload of academic staff in the Faculty;
• provide dynamic and effective leadership in all • ensure that arrangements are in place to comply with the
academic matters within the Faculty; University’s Statutes, Ordinances, Policies and Procedures,
• establish and maintain an expectation and culture and relevant legislation (including health and safety,
of excellence and high achievement in both research and equality legislation);
and teaching; • ensure effective arrangements are in place to account for
• set ambitious goals which identify the Faculty’s contribution and maintain the physical assets and resources of the Faculty
towards delivering the University of Stirling’s strategic plan; and contribute to the achievement of University objectives in
• regularly monitor, communicate and expedite progress against relation to environmental sustainability.
these goals within the Faculty;
• lead on the development of the Faculty’s strategic vision and
the plans necessary to attain its strategic goals;Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications:
• PhD in relevant discipline
• Higher Education teaching qualification or equivalent,
preferably a Fellowship/Senior/Principal fellowship of the HEA
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
• An internationally recognised academic record of research
achievement in one of the disciplines represented in the
Faculty, including:
• A sustained track record of publication in leading,
peer-reviewed journals, to levels of outstanding excellence
and a strong REF profile
• A significant record of securing research grants / external
funding and delivering on research projects as principal
or co-applicant
• Evidence of other international recognition e.g. plenary talks
at international conferences
• A significant record of attracting and supervising research
students, including successful PhD supervision
• Significant experience of delivering high quality, inspirational
and motivational teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate
levels preferably including online/digital programmes
• Extensive knowledge of issues and challenges facing
universities in such areas as curriculum design, course
assessment, quality assurance, enhanced student experience
and unregulated income generation
• Evidence of academic leadership in research and teaching
and learning
• Significant experience of undertaking a senior academic
management role, with evidence of the successful
identification, development and implementation of initiatives
and policies that align with the University’s strategic goals
• Evidence of carrying forward and promoting institutional
strategic decisions into implementation at operational level
• Evidence of the ability to undertake a representational role,
both within the University and externally, and to communicate
with people and organisations at all levels and, in particular
policy makers and bodies in the public, private and
community sectors.How to apply To apply please send a cover letter and CV to stirling@minervasearch.com by no later than 18th June 2021. For more information please visit minervasearch.com/stirling Contact If you wish to discuss this post in more detail, please contact stirling@minervasearch.com University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA Scotland UK stir.ac.uk
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