Job Opportunity: Head of the School of Law
The University of Reading is advertising a vacancy for the position of Head of the School of Law to succeed the current Head of School. This role is ideal for a Professor or Associate Professor with proven leadership abilities. The position offers a permanent role for Professors and a fixed-term, six-year appointment for the Head of School.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their career through academic leadership and management at a pivotal time for the University. The role involves building on the School's strategic initiatives in research, education, and global partnerships, and shaping its future vision. A focus on environmental sustainability and leadership aligns with the University of Reading's strategic priorities, especially leveraging the strengths of the School of Law in this area.
Key responsibilities include providing academic leadership for the School and contributing to broader University leadership. The University values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications that propose flexible working arrangements or job sharing.
For more details, please view the job description and person specification. Informal inquiries can be directed to Pro Vice Chancellor Professor Dominik Zaum.
Applicants should submit their personal details, a statement of interest and suitability (max 1000 words), and a CV by Sunday, 1 June 2025.
The Vice Chancellor, Professor Robert Van de Noort, will host a live online information session on Monday, 19th May 2025 at 12:00 pm. To attend, please contact email@example.com by 5 pm on 16 May 2025 to receive the joining link. This session provides an opportunity to ask questions anonymously.
Interviews are scheduled for Tuesday, 1 July 2025. Shortlisted candidates will present their vision and strategy for the School and participate in a panel interview.
The University is committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting the Athena SWAN Charter, the Race Equality Charter, and LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered based on operational needs.
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