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Subject: [BASEES-MEMBERS] Chair, Head of School of Modern Languages,
University of Bristol
The University of Bristol is looking to appoint an outstanding candidate as
Professor and Head of the School of Modern Languages who can provide
inspirational leadership and strategic management within the School.
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This is a key academic leadership position within the University of Bristol,
supporting the attainment of the University's vision and overall objectives,
and participating in the collective formulation and delivery of the
University's academic strategy.š We are looking for a proven track record of
excellent partnership working both internally and externally as well as
academic excellence within your chosen field with the ability to engage,
lead and influence across wide range of inter-faculty disciplines.š The Head
of School will also have a deep commitment to equality, diversity and
inclusion.
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The School of Modern Languages (http://www.bristol.ac.uk/sml/) is one of the
most popular for undergraduate students in the UK, teaching around 8% of all
undergraduate linguists. It provides innovative and creative teaching on
more than 60 taught programmes of study, including a very popular
three-language pathway.
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With a population of over 400,000, Bristol is the largest city in the South
West and the region's leading centre for business, culture and education.
Bristol was named the best city to live in by the Sunday Times in their
"Best Places to Live in Britain" 2014, which noted that the city boasts "one
of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, varied and beautiful
housing stock, decent schools, buzzy culture and night life and access to
some fantastic countryside".
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For additional information on the role including full candidate brief please
see the document in the link below.
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To apply, please submit a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter
setting out your interest in the role and details of how you match the role
and person specifications for the post.
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Applications should be received byš11:59pm on Sunday 26thšNovember 2017.
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The interview process is anticipated to be held over two days on 22ndšand
23rdšFebruary 2018. šCandidates are asked to hold these dates in their
diaries accordingly.
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For more information or an informal discussion please contact Professor
Michael Basker, Dean of Faculty, atš[log in to unmask]šor Professor
Susan Harrrow, current Head of School, atš[log in to unmask]
Applications must be made through the University's HR portal at
<http://www.bris.ac.uk/jobs/>
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The University is committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive
culture.š We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities.
Professor and Head of the School of Modern Languages
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Job number
ACAD102958
Division/School
School of Modern Languages
Contract type
Open ended contract staff
Working pattern
Full time
Salary
Competitive salary plus benefits
Closing date for applications
26-Nov-2017
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