The appointment will initially run from 1 August 2025 for three years, with potential renewal for up to three further years.
This role offers a significant leadership opportunity at a time of huge desire and progress to grow our ambition around research and innovation across Loughborough University. We are especially keen to encourage applications from across our community as part of our ongoing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
The Doctoral College leads and champions all aspects of postgraduate research at Loughborough University. It brings together academic and Professional Services colleagues from across Schools and central functions to ensure a cohesive, supportive, and high-quality experience for our Doctoral Researchers (DRs), while aligning with the University’s strategic ambitions.
The postholder will provide strategic academic leadership of the Doctoral College, supporting the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation in the delivery of the University’s Research and Innovation Strategy, particularly in relation to the postgraduate research environment and Doctoral Researcher development.
The full job description can be found by downloading this PDF document.
To apply
Interested candidates should submit a one-page statement (Arial Point 11) outlining:
- How they meet the person specification
- Their vision for the role
We ask that applicants discuss their application with their Dean, and confirm support from them in their covering email. Applications should be sent to rio.hr@mailbox.lboro.ac.uk.
Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Stacey Croucher, PA to the Director of Research and Innovation, who will be able to arrange a conversation between you and the Director.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 3 July. The interview date will be Friday 11 July.