Associate Dean - Business Development & Partnerships

By joining the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision.

About the role:

The School of Medicine and Dentistry is looking for an Associate Dean to lead in the area of Business Development & Partnerships for the School. 

You will support the Dean of School in ensuring the achievement of strategic objectives with regards to business development planning, international development and delivery, domestic and international partnerships. You will ensure the quality of the design, content and delivery of the School curriculum and maintain the currency of the portfolio by facilitating the development of new and existing courses that are challenging, cognisant of changing markets and supportive of enterprise and employability. Continuously evaluate the efficiency of existing courses to recommend timely withdrawal or amendment where appropriate. Working in close collaboration with strategic partners across External Relations to deliver positive outcomes against strategic objectives relating to business development, reflective of such metrics as recruitment, graduate outcomes, and internationalisation.

Working with the Dean as part of the School Leadership Team, the post holder will contribute to the School and the University’s vision and strategy, helping us deliver an outstanding student experience, grow our income, shape our new educational offer to our learners, foster a supportive and empowering culture for colleagues, and improve student outcome and experience metrics.

About you:

The successful candidate will have experience of successful leadership and academic delivery; including teaching, assessment, and portfolio development in a Higher Education environment, along with experience of quality assurance and regulatory processes and procedures related to management of course quality and delivery. You will have a credible and well-respected professional track record as evidenced by professional recognition, networks and/or involvement with external partners, and be able to think strategically and develop and deliver strategic plans. Being able to envision the future of medical and dental education and clinical care, identifying emerging trends and technologies that can be integrated into teaching, knowledge exchange and research is essential. You must also be proactive in supporting and developing a positive high performing team culture and possess a Doctorate or Higher Degree (or equivalent professional qualifications or equivalent experience).

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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We are proud to share that we will soon be known as the University of Lancashire. Building upon nearly 200 years of academic excellence, this exciting new chapter reflects our commitment and ambition for Lancashire and beyond. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. Together, we’re here to help you achieve great things. 

Where opportunity creates success.