Associate Dean: Research

The opportunity

The College is now looking for an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) to support and develop the College’s Research environment. Contributing to strategic research planning at the College level, the ADR will play a pivotal role in the integration of research staff and practices into the three Schools within LCF (Fashion Business School, School of Design and Technology and School of Media and Communication) alongside the Department of Cultural and Historical Studies. As part of the College Academic Strategy the incumbent will also work across the six LCF sites, leading up to LCF’s move in 2022 to one site at the Olympic Park, in Stratford. The ADR will lead and grow the College’s research student and supervision culture, and strengthen School’s staff and student research activities and pedagogy, ensuring the monitoring, recording and dissemination of research outcomes and their impact.

There will be an extended selection process.

To download additional information, and to apply, please visit the website of the University’s recruitment partners Society by clicking here.

For an informal discussion please contact Richard Murphy via email on Richard.Murphy@society-search.com. 

Applications must consist of a full CV and covering letter outlining fit against the person specification.

About you

Candidates should have a significant record of teaching, research and/or professional practice in their subject specialism and experience of shaping and influencing developments within an organisation through contribution to their area of expertise. A relevant Post Graduate qualification is essential (PhD desirable) supported by demonstrable research credibility. Candidates should have considerable experience in the leadership and management of resources and budgets, as well as in delivering transformational change within a Higher Education setting. Developing and supervising research and enterprise/commercial projects is also essential to the position. 

What we offer

We are UAL

University of the Arts London is a vibrant centre for innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. London College of Fashion is extremely proud to be a global leader in fashion education, research and consultancy. It offers over 60 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and 165 short courses in a range of fashion related subjects, from business to design and fashion curation. It partners with institutions in countries all over the world delivering opportunities, specialist courses and the chance for students and staff to exchange knowledge and cultural value. The College’s connections support an ever-evolving global fashion industry. 

Our culture