University of Bath



Job DescriptionJob titleProfessor of Higher Education Management Practice Department/SchoolSchool of ManagementJob familyEducation and ResearchReporting toHead of Division Responsible forNo direct reportsLocationUniversity of Bath premisesBackground and contextThe International Centre for Higher Education Management (ICHEM) is a major interdisciplinary research centre established in 1994 in the School of Management at the University of Bath, one of the highest ranked teaching and research institutions in the UK.Job purposeTo deliver a set of key objectives in the field of higher education management practice. These are:Act as an ambassador promoting ICHEM’s international standing and bridging the divide between researchers, policy makers and practitionersDevelop new programmes and revenue streams in the field of higher education managementDissemination of world-leading research on the major issues confronting higher education carried out by ICHEM Develop leading edge, practice relevant education which is informed by both influential research and extensive, global level experience in the field of higher education management To act as Director of Studies for DBA(HEM).Contribute to research impact and thought leadership for REF2020 Main duties and responsibilities The job duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of the role. The duties and responsibilities and the balance between the elements in the role may change or vary over time depending on the specific needs at a specific point in time, or due to changing needs in the department/group. Jobholders should note that there may not be an immediate requirement to carry out all the activities listed below.1Research & scholarshipaMaintain a regular output of high quality practitioner focused publications and work in collaboration with REF-returnable faculty. bDevelop and deliver international research impact with the School of Management’s faculty by co-designing and disseminating research projects with practitioners cProvide leadership to maximise the non-academic impact of researchdContribute significantly to the development, funding and implementation of research strategies in ICHEM/SchooleContribute to the enhancement of postgraduate research student environment.2Teaching aTo deliver leading edge, practice relevant education which is informed by both influential research and extensive, global level experience in the field of higher education management.cDemonstrate leadership in higher education management teaching fDeliver a wide range of effective and inclusive teaching and supporting learning activitiesgAssess the work and progress of students and provide them with constructive feedback.hSeek ways of improving performance by reflecting on teaching design and delivery and obtaining and analysing feedback.iLead and develop innovative approaches to improving the learning environment, including use of learning technologies and techniques.jEngage in professional development in relation to teaching, learning and assessment, related to academic, institutional and/or other professional practises.kWrite/author teaching materials in appropriate discipline area.lDevelop and market curricula or methods of teaching designed to attract new client groups. mEngage in pedagogic research or practitioner research and other scholarly activitiesnContribute to outreach and/or Widening Participation public engagement activity within the School or University.oMaintain and developed sustainable academic and professional networks nationally and internationallypTo act as Director of Studies for DBA(HEM)3Management and leadership aRepresent the Department/Faculty’s activities with higher education institutions, international organisations and other agencies beyond the University – especially internationally – bringing benefit to the University over a sustained period. bProvide leadership that will influence and shape the output of ICHEM and contribute directly to the level of success of ICHEM.cDeliver business generation income targets for ICHEM dRepresent the University as an acknowledged expert in higher education with an established reputation and acknowledged expertise with senior managers in client organisations, professional associations, nationally and internationallyeEstablish and develop sustainable academic networks with other HE/FE institutions nationally and internationally which bring benefit to the School and wider University.fContribute to setting up new initiatives, particularly international activitiesAny other reasonable management requests commensurate with the rolePerson SpecificationCriteriaEssentialDesirableQualificationsPhD or equivalent in relevant disciplineMembership of relevant professional body Higher education teaching qualification or professional recognition (e.g. PGCert, FHEA or equivalent)√√√Experience/KnowledgeAcknowledged expert in higher education management Record of publications in leading practitioner journals at a national and normally international level Evidence of effective achievements in teaching and/or supported learning√√√SkillsSuccessful strategic leadership and management at a senior level in higher education Institutions Ability to articulate a vision and strategy for development, implementation and delivery of successful research projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, communication style and team workingEvidence of positive working relationships within the University, community, business and other partners√√√√√AttributesCommitment to excellence in teaching and to providing the highest quality experience for studentsCommitment to working within professional and ethical codes of conduct√√ ................
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