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Your Career, Reimagined Associate Dean for Research School of Social Sciences
Thank you for
your interest in
Nottingham Trent
University.
I am delighted you are considering applying for
the post of Associate Dean for Research, in the
academically diverse and successful School of
Social Sciences.
You will provide strategic leadership support to the Executive
Dean of School on the development, implementation and monitoring of the School
Research Plan, and the enhancement of the quality and the volume of the School’s
research activity. You will also contribute to the delivery of the School’s academic
plan, aligned to the University strategy.
You will be joining a successful and ambitious university recognised for
innovation and dynamism in its approach to teaching and research, and its
impact on society. In shaping our next strategy, we are re-imagining what a
university can be. This includes innovating both in the way we develop our
teaching and research, and in the way that we ensure impact on our city and
region as well as nationally and globally.
This is an ideal role for someone who wants to look beyond current approaches
to shape how the School achieves its ambitions associated with the Valuing Ideas
theme of the NTU Strategic Plan, make a difference to society and enhance our
national and international reputation in this area. If you have the passion and
creativity to contribute to the ongoing success of the School of Social Sciences
and NTU, and you have the insights, experience and ambition to take us forward,
I am keen to hear from you.
Professor Sara Owen,
Executive Dean of Social Sciences
Nottingham
Trent University
is enjoying
unprecedented
success.
With a host of accolades and Social mobility is a priority since a
accomplishments – including quarter of our student body is from
becoming the Guardian’s first households with a combined income
University of the Year 2019 – this is of £15,000 or less. NTU was the first
an opportunity to shape innovation to sign up to the government’s new
and excellence in teaching and further social mobility pledge, showing
enhance the student experience of our commitment to working with
one of the UK’s most talked-about schools and employers to improve
universities. life chances for young people from
disadvantaged backgrounds.
The University has a strong vision
and clear proposition; summed up
by Guardian University Guide editor,
Judy Friedberg: “The university
delivers overall academic excellence
while paying close attention to the
success of each individual student, no
matter their background.”
School of Social Sciences
We will be creative in challenging the status quo,
transforming lives, and effecting sustainable
societal change
The School has made six commitments, which spell out our contribution
towards the University, reimagined 2025 strategy. Each commitment has
an underpinning action plan. The commitments are:
• We will have a social sciences curriculum • We will increase trust, transparency, and
that is agile, flexible, and digital to enable all sustainability by making governance and
students to reach their potential. decision-making processes visible to all
• We will pursue decolonisation and be known • We will be collaborative, intentional, and
for the diversity and inclusion of our staff, deliberate in interrupting Nottingham’s cycles
students, and curriculum of disadvantage
• We will champion colleague agency and • We will be internationally renowned for our
wellbeing through the implementation of praxis: our scholarship and research will shape
integrated teams global policy and practice
Strategic Purpose:
The University’s strategic plan University, reimagined was developed in close
partnership with our colleagues, students and stakeholders. It articulates our
ambitions across six themes (which are written from the perspective of 2025
looking back on what we have achieved by then):
Creating Opportunity: Embracing Sustainability:
We have pursued personalisation of student NTU has curated an intergenerational conversation
experience above and beyond expectations. with our students, colleagues, and stakeholders;
Every student has the potential to develop the we are recognised to be the most socially,
knowledge, skills and resilience they seek to create economically and environmentally responsible
meaning and purpose in their lives. Our global University in the UK.
community of lifelong learners has access to
flexible courses of equal quality to our celebrated Connecting Globally:
campus provision. The University’s delivery of We have gained renown for our truly global
social mobility through parity of outcomes has perspective. We are not restricted by borders or
bestowed international recognition. boundaries and work together to deepen and
share our insights and understanding of our world
Valuing Ideas:
for the benefit of the planet and all its inhabitants.
We have defined, resourced, and promoted a
compelling portfolio of world-class research Empowering People:
and innovation. We have created new ways for Distinctive and disruptive, we have empowered
collaborators to share in the spirit of creativity people to do the right thing. We have been bold
and curiosity that characterises our research, in pursuing novel solutions and taking unfamiliar
scholarship, and practice. paths.
Enriching Society:
NTU is a widely acknowledged force for good in
economic, social and cultural development. We
collaborate with those who like us want to address
the key challenges of our times and our places.
School Structure:
The University is comprised of nine academic schools, as follows:
Nottingham Business School
Nottingham Law School
School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences
School of Architecture, Design and Built Environment
School of Art & Design
School of Arts and Humanities
School of Science and Technology
School of Social Sciences
Social and Political Sciences
Social Work, Care and Community
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Nottingham Institute of Education
Psychology
Institute of Health and Allied Professions
Confetti Institute of Creative TechnologiesOur city. Nottingham is a place where big-city life meets a relaxed vibe, and dynamic culture. From peaceful parks to big nights, Nottingham’s streets always urge you to try something new. The city of Nottingham is full of cultural attractions and is home to some of the best art galleries, music venues, museums and cinemas in the UK. It’s a city that embraces individuality.
Combining an outstanding mix of city with
countryside, this spectacular region boasts a £12.1
billion economy with £1 billion of that currently
being spent on bringing our transport and business
infrastructure up to a world-class standard. Speedy
tram and rail links take you to a multitude of UK
destinations, while the East Midlands airport means
that you can be in a European city within a couple
of hours.
Home of History
From what many argue is one of the UK’s oldest
taverns, to a host of restaurants including Michelin
starred Sat Bains, there’s something for every
taste. If shopping is your passion, then you are
in for a treat as our retail options have seen us
ranked 5th in the UK for the quality of our retail
experience. And we don’t even need to mention
local legend Robin Hood, or his homestead,
Sherwood Forest, which is just over 20 miles away
and makes the perfect day out.
Where hustle
becomes hushed A sensible choice,
Known for its beautiful green spaces, over 20% for head and heart
of Nottingham is devoted to public parks and
gardens. Choosing a destination for a new home is not
just about the culture and transport options, it
A relaxing stroll or bike ride is never too far away,
has to provide you with a good quality of day-to-
from stunning nature reserves to rolling hills. Our
day life. With living expenses being around five
castles, caves and cultural attractions unite the
to seven percent lower than the UK average, you
past and present, providing a fascinating place to
will find your income goes that little bit further
explore.
in Nottingham. Whether you are looking to buy
or rent, property across the city stretches from
Land of heroes airy loft conversions in the city’s historic Lace
Market, to modern riverside apartments. For a
family-friendly area, West Bridgford, Mapperley or
We’re a city of sporting legends – from the oldest Beeston might suit your needs, or perhaps one of
professional football club in the world, to sporting the gothic Victorian mansions in the Park Estate.
giants like Carl Froch, Rebecca Adlington and
Stuart Broad. With the world-famous Trent Bridge Nottingham is the perfect setting for an exciting
cricket ground, plus the National Water Sports new opportunity. If you haven’t made your mind
Centre and many country parks, Nottingham is as up already, visit www.ntu.ac.uk/nottingham and
varied as it is dynamic. see why it makes the perfect home.Associate Dean for Research
Job Description:
Reporting to: Principal duties and responsibilities:
The role will encompass all of the following, but
Executive Dean of School the balance of duties and responsibilities will be
determined in discussion with the post holder’s line
Direct Reports/Reporting Functions: manager:
1. To lead on the development and monitoring of
School Postgraduate Research Tutor and/or the School Research Plan, including overseeing
Professional Doctorate Course leader and any the use of School QR funds to support the Plan.
additional research staff as deemed appropriate by To report formally annually to the Executive
the Executive Dean. Leadership and coordination Dean of School and Deputy Vice-Chancellor
of the work of Unit of Assessment Coordinator(s) (Research and Enterprise) on progress towards
within the School. its delivery.
2. To capture detailed information of all
Role purpose: research activities undertaken in the School
and to ensure the effective utilisation of this
• Provide strategic leadership support to the information for planning, monitoring and
Executive Dean of School on the development, enhancement of research capacity, capability
implementation and monitoring of the School and impact.
Research Plan, and the enhancement of the 3. To work closely with the NTU Research Grant
quality and volume of the School’s research Capture Team and Knowledge Exchange
activity. and Impact Officers to identify funding and
knowledge exchange and impact opportunities.
• To work with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
(Research and Enterprise), the Executive Dean 4. To lead, coordinate and provide support for
of Research and the other Associate Deans the Unit of Assessment Coordinators in the
for Research as required to ensure that the School as they undertake their work to ensure
ambitions associated with the Valuing Ideas the optimisation of performance in any future
theme of the NTU Strategic Plan are fully assessment of research excellence. To ensure
realised. that there is full and effective engagement with
the REF preparation activities as determined by
• Be an active and engaged member of the the NTU REF Planning Group.
School’s leadership team, working closely with
5. To manage the work of the School Postgraduate
colleagues within the School and across the
Research Tutor and/or the Professional
University to deliver the NTU Strategic Plan
Doctorate Course Leader(s) in support of the
and the School’s objectives and ensure the
realisation of the relevant aims of the School
alignment of learning and teaching, research,
Research Plan and the relevant actions of the
international and other key agendas.
NTU Strategic Plan.
6. To develop and sustain appropriate structures
for management, consultation, decision-making
and communication with staff and students.
7. To stimulate and help build capacity for high
quality research activity across constituent
School Academic Departments, ensuring a
Personal Research Plan is wholly integrated with
the annual PDCR cycle for all academic staff.8. Working closely with the Deputy Vice- 17. Work with the School Executive and contribute
Chancellor (Research and Enterprise) and to the determination, agreement and
the Executive Dean of Research to develop management of delegated budgets for; staff,
opportunities for and encourage academics to revenue, staff development and travel, 3rd
engage in multi-disciplinary research within the stream income, research (including REF), and
School and, more broadly, across the University commercial.
and externally with other organisations.
18. Responsible for staff planning activity,
9. To carry out research that is internationally including: succession planning, recruitment
leading in terms of originality, significance and and selection, induction and probation,
rigour in one of the key areas of strength within management of staff attendance, and
the School. overseeing the PDCR process to ensure
objective setting is aligned to departmental/
10. To lead on the development of a Researcher
School plans.
Development Plan for the School and to engage
with the Researcher Development Manager in 19. Contribute to a high performance culture
CPLD in its delivery. across the School, including motivation,
performance management and professional
11. To take principal responsibility for the
development of direct reports. Proactively
organisation of an active research environment
coach and mentor staff within the School who
in the School which engages students and
hold line management responsibility and
staff with research and scholarship and which
support them in the discharge of their duties,
operates in accordance with the Research
including any improving performance cases,
Integrity Concordat and within the relevant
absence management and any other people
legislative frameworks.
management issues.
12. To chair the School Research Committee and
20. To promote a culture of inclusivity, in which
represent the School on the University Research
individuals are respected and valued in line
Committee, as required.
with University policies and ensuring all
13. To ensure an effective system for the peer statutory obligations are met.
review of research grant applications prior to
21. Contribute to the leadership and delivery of
submission and to act as a point of sign-off
a pro-active Health and Safety culture within
at the School level for JeS and RGA1 forms
the school, in line with NTU Health and Safety
relating to bids, tenders and contracts relating
policies.
to externally-funded research, in line with the
School and University’s policies and regulations. 22. To be responsible for ensuring that all
University Policies and Procedures are
14. To work closely with the Research Support
appropriately applied and followed within the
Librarian for the School and the NTU Research
areas of responsibility of the post.
Data Manager to ensure effective compliance
with the Open Access Publication and Data 23. To represent the Executive Dean, School
Manager requirements of HEFCE and external and NTU on relevant internal and external
funders of research, and to ensure that research committees, networks and working groups.
within the School is undertaken in accordance
24. Where appropriate, lead on designated cross-
with the NTU Code of Practice for Research.
University activity and initiatives.
15. Work with the Governance and Legal Services
Team, the Research Grant Capture Team and N.B. The post-holder may be required to undertake
the Commercialisation Team to ensure that any other duties which may reasonably be
intellectual property arising from research required as within the nature of the duties and
is protected, in support of its subsequent responsibilities of the post as defined, subject to the
successful exploitation. proviso that normally any changes of a permanent
nature shall be incorporated into the job description
16. To lead on the effective internal and external
in specific terms.
communication of the research activities of the
School including taking principal responsibility
for the organisation of an Annual School
Research Conference and liaise with the School
Postgraduate Tutor/Professional Doctorate
Course Leader on aspects of that Conference
relating to research student training. Ensure
subject teams or combinations of subject teams
have a seminar organiser who provides annual
research seminar series.Person specification: Experience:
• Proven track record and current high-quality
Knowledge: research profile at internationally leading
level in one of the successful established or
• Knowledge and understanding of public policy
emerging research areas within the School.
relating to research in the Higher Education
sector in the UK.
• Successful and substantial experience of
research leadership and management and/or
• Highly developed knowledge of approaches to
research evaluation.
teaching and research in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in working successfully and
• Understanding of key developments
collegially with senior academics in research
and trends in at least one of the School’s
and scholarship with a firm commitment to
disciplines.
support team working and diversity within
• Understanding of the research environment teams.
and Research Excellence Framework (REF)
• Proven track record in research grant capture
context that the School is operating within.
or other income generation and management.
• An understanding of the research context and
• Experience of successfully writing bid/grant
ethos within the UK Higher Education Sector.
applications and management of large grants.
Skills:
• Experience of successful research degree
• Evidence of leading and developing academic supervision and/or research degree examining.
and professional staff.
Desirable experience:
• Ability to contribute effectively to the strategic
• Management in an education or business
planning and staff/resource management
environment including performance
processes within the School as required.
management against agreed targets.
• Ability to manage and be accountable for
Qualifications:
budgets.
• Doctoral level or equivalent qualification in a
• Ability to identify and respond to issues with subject area represented in the School.
flexible and effective solutions.
• Evidence of ongoing professional
• Ability to operate effectively in an open, development
accountable and complex environment.
Desirable qualifications:
• Excellent leadership, communication,
presentation and influencing skills. • Membership of and active engagement with
relevant research bodies/networks.
Desirable skills:
• Membership of and active engagement in the
• Proven record of developing new ideas and activities of an appropriate professional body.
approaches, as a continual process involving
some design input, that impact upon • Relevant professional qualification (including
established methods and approaches. Practice quantification as required).
• Academic publications relevant to the post.Competencies:
Essential Competencies
• Leading and Coaching (Level 4)
Takes responsibility for strategic developments, sets standards
and direction. Takes responsibility for developing talent and
succession planning. Is a role model for others.
• Communicating and Influencing (Level 4)
Communicates and negotiates effectively with a range of
stakeholders on complex matters which have future implications
for the success of the University. Alert to internal and external
dynamics of the organisation. Incorporates wider political factors
into influencing strategy.
• Organisation and Delivery (Level 4)
Adopts a long term view and plans resources accordingly.
Develops local strategy in support of the University’s
Strategic Plan and develops resourcing models to underpin
implementation.
• Making Informed Decisions (Level 4)
Identifies areas for development by reviewing current trends
and data. Develops products, policy and strategy for the future.
Horizon Scanning.
• Customer Focus (Level 4)
Anticipates the needs of customers, seeking evidence of demand
from the market(s) and from stakeholders. Seeks out and
manages long term relationships with stakeholders, develops
strategic initiatives to ensure the delivery of a quality and valued
service.
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Focus (Level 3)
Spots and progresses business opportunities and opportunities
for collaborative working externally and internal
• Creativity and Innovation (Level 3)
Reviews, tests and implements new concepts, models and
approaches to practice in support of service development and
delivery.How to apply:
Anderson Quigley is acting as an advisor to Nottingham Trent University. An
executive search process is being carried out by Anderson Quigley in addition to
the public advertisement.
Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence, please contact our
advising consultant at Anderson Quigley:
• Ed Pritchard on +44(0)203 457 0948
The closing date for applications is noon on Monday 11 April 2022.
Applications should consist of:
• A CV.
• A covering letter (maximum of three pages) setting out your interest in the
role and details of how you match the role and person specifications for the
post.
• Please include current salary details and the names and addresses of two
referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not
without prior permission from candidates.
• Please complete the following online Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form.
• Completed applications should be uploaded at
www.andersonquigley.com/candidates using the reference AQ1365.You can also read
