Job Description:
The Director of the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source will lead the development and operation of a world-leading centre for research in the physical and life sciences. This position requires a strong and credible leader with strategic vision, leadership skills, and experience in science or facility delivery.
About the Role:
This role oversees the ongoing development and operation of ISIS, ensuring it remains a world-leading facility for neutron and muon research while delivering STFC's corporate vision and implementing the Delivery Plan.
Main Responsibilities:
* Take a visible leadership role in supporting and demonstrating personal commitment to STFC's vision, values, and strategic objectives.
* Champion equality and diversity principles and ensure they are integrated into all aspects of our business.
* Ensure that ISIS maintains effective corporate governance, meets statutory obligations, and contributes to continuously improving STFC's overall performance.
* Work in close collaboration with other department Directors to provide strategic support to drive our people performance and continuously improve infrastructure standards.
* Delivery and further development of world-class, cutting-edge scientific facilities, instrumentation, and technological capability.
* Provision of first-class support for a national and international community of scientists researching into subjects ranging from clean energy and the environment to materials science and healthcare.
* Formulate long-term strategy that defines the future capital and resource expenditure required to maintain ISIS's global leadership position.
* Provide outstanding leadership to the staff of ISIS, including line-management of a senior cross-functional management team.
* Maintain a highly effective Programme Management team that can effectively execute large-scale investments in the facility.
* Work in partnership with other STFC facilities and partner facilities to foster synergistic developments and deliver collaborative scientific benefits.
Requirements:
* A strong and credible leader with proven experience of leadership in a Science or Technology organisation, facility, or division.
* Strategic thinking/vision and focus, and ability to formulate and execute strategy through a structured business plan.
* Successful management of large programmes; in excess of several million pounds.
* Ability to inspire change through a philosophy of continuous improvement.
* Excellent communication, relationship building, and influencing skills with a diverse range of partners nationally and internationally.
Desirable Qualifications:
* Post-graduate degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
* Experience of working in an international context.
* Formulation of high-value business cases.
* Engagement and leadership of international programmes.
How to Apply:
Applicants are required to provide an up-to-date CV and a statement of suitability outlining their suitability for the role against the required criteria.