The University of Liverpool is an internationally renowned University, proud to be the UK’s original redbrick University and committed since 1881 to the advancement of learning and the ennoblement of life. Our teaching and research are already transforming lives, and as we develop our new strategy building toward 2031, this is an incredibly exciting time for the University.  We are home to a diverse community of more than 30,000 students and 7,000 talented staff from all over the world. We are a proud member of the Russell Group, with an annual research income of £150m. The REF 2021 exercise acknowledged our place amongst the top research-intensive Universities in the country, with seven of our subjects placed in the top ten nationally.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the Department of Electrical Engineering and Electronics at the University. The Department is part of the School of School of Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Computer Science (EEECS), along with the Department of Computer Science. The School enjoys an established reputation for excellence in research and teaching and the Head of Electrical Engineering and Electronics forms a key part of the School’s leadership, responsible for a Department of 40 academic members of staff and more than 800 students. In REF 2021 the Department was ranked 6th in the UK for outstanding (4*) impact and 17th in the UK for world leading (4*) overall quality. The Department has a diverse portfolio of research awards of more than £12m, from UKRI, the public sector and industry. The Department enjoys strong student survey outcomes, with programmes that cover a wide range of topics in electronic and communications engineering. The Department also plays a key role in the University’s partner University in China, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), attracting a larger number of students from there.

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead this Department. You will have an international reputation in a research topic within electrical engineering and electronics research, with a proven ability to work across the boundaries of traditional disciplines within engineering and beyond. Capable of leading across the Department’s activities, you will develop a vision and strategy for achieving the Department’s teaching and research objectives, underpinned by development of an ambitious, globally-oriented departmental environment.

Liverpool is an inclusive community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds with the qualifications and experience to undertake this role, including under-represented groups.

Applications should consist of a covering letter, full CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, employment history, latest remuneration and relevant achievements.

For informal inquiries please contact Ellen Carter at ellen.carter@perrettlaver.com or +44 (0)20 3928 7362.

The closing date for applications is 09:00 BST Monday 19th June.

Salary: Competitive for the role.

Location: Liverpool

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