interim Head of the School of Global Affairs
Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancashire
interim Head of the School of Global Affairs
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Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancashire
- Part time
- Contract
- Onsite working
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Full Job Description
Head of the School of Global Affairs
School of Global Affairs
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: Off-Scale (Part-Time/Fixed Term)
Closing Date: Wednesday 23 September 2026
Interview Date: Friday 02 October 2026
Reference: 1040-26
Please note: this job is only available to current employees of Lancaster University
The Opportunity
We are looking to appoint an interim Head of the School of Global Affairs until 31st July 2027. The Head of School plays a key role in developing strategy, shaping interdisciplinary spaces, and co-creating the School's values and tone within a Faculty that champions equality, diversity, and inclusion. With clear and collaborative leadership, you will promote research excellence and public engagement on regional, national, and international stages and contribute to the development of a sustainable and vibrant future for the School.
About you
Candidates will have strong experience of collaborative academic leadership, an international research profile and outlook, routine engagement with external audiences, and a broad knowledge of the higher education landscape. As an active member of the Faculty Leadership Group, you will advise and support the Faculty PVC to develop a sustainable and robust Faculty structure, improving management and governance and contributing to the ongoing development of an inspiring and creative working environment for staff and high-quality learning experiences for our students.
You are invited to submit your CV along with a 2-page covering letter addressing your expression of interest and approach to developing the School. You will also complete supporting statements that demonstrate how you meet the person specification for this role.
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Candidates will have strong experience of collaborative academic leadership, an international research profile and outlook, routine engagement with external audiences, and a broad knowledge of the higher education landscape. As an active member of the Faculty Leadership Group, you will advise and support the Faculty PVC to develop a sustainable and robust Faculty structure, improving management and governance and contributing to the ongoing development of an inspiring and creative working environment for staff and high-quality learning experiences for our students.
You are invited to submit your CV along with a 2-page covering letter addressing your expression of interest and approach to developing the School. You will also complete supporting statements that demonstrate how you meet the person specification for this role.