The School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of School Manager.
In collaboration with the Head of School, Institute Director and other members of the School Management Board, the postholder will develop and deliver the School and Institute’s strategic and operational objectives in education, research and reputation. Leading a large professional services team, the School Manager is responsible for the provision of support services underpinning all aspects of Teaching, Research and Innovation within Biological Sciences and the Institute of Global Food Security (IGFS). The postholder will ensure the operational and financial sustainability of the School and Institute core activities, including line management of senior administrators and responsibility for the effective implementation of all School and Institute processes and procedures.
This is a challenging position and represents an opportunity to influence the strategic direction, cultural leadership and management of the School and IGFS as a core member of the School and IGFS Senior Leadership team, with direct accountability for implementing strategies and systems to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the School and IGFS.
The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate you have:
Please note the above are not an exhaustive list. For further information about the role including the essential and desirable criteria, click on the 'Candidate Information' link below.
At Queen’s our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a staff member you will become part of a vibrant organisational culture, which will provide you with the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through a continuous focus on learning and development.
We offer an excellent employment package that includes:
Queen’s University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We have created an inclusive culture by establishing staff networks such as iRise (Race) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality.
We also subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI in addition to Athena Swan. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit: www.qub.ac.uk/diversity; www.qub.ac.uk/qgi and www.qub.ac.uk/sites/StaffGateway/StaffNetworks/.
Informal enquiries may be directed to Prof Sharon Huws at s.huws@qub.ac.uk.
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