Sookmyung Women's University

Salary: £93,710 - £107,294 per annum (Grade 12) Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full-Time Job category/type: Permanent - Full-Time Job reference: REC00004850 Attachments: UoP Deputy Dean candidate pack_FHSS_FINAL (1).pdf Job description Deputy Dean - Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework and ranked third of all modern universities in the UK for research power, with 77 per cent of research ranked world-leading and internationally excellent. We proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. The Role: We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to join the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in our new Deputy Dean role. Supporting the Executive Dean, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across education, research, and innovation, ensuring excellence, efficiency, and a thriving, inclusive academic community. As principal deputy, you will lead faculty operations, drive academic strategy, and ensure strong performance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in shaping a future focused portfolio aligned to student, employer, and societal needs, while leading major transformational initiatives. Key Responsibilities Shape and deliver the faculty’s academic vision, portfolio, and new programme development. Lead cross faculty transformation and strategic initiatives. Oversee operations, including planning, performance, and KPI delivery. Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements (e.g. OfS, QAA, UKVI). Support financial planning, budgeting, and resource management. Lead and develop Heads of School and senior colleagues, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture. Contribute to institutional leadership and deputise for the Executive Dean as required. You will bring significant academic leadership experience, with a proven ability to deliver strategy, lead change, manage complexity, build and inspire high-performing teams. Location: Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. Interview date: First stage interview (phone call): 15 May 2026 Interview & assessment (In person): 8 June 2026 Contact: If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Ruth Paterson at ruth.paterson@port.ac.uk Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL) Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience: Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale. Generous pension scheme. Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure. Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working. Staff discounts and loyalty schemes. Staff car parking and discounted public travel. Excellent training and development opportunities. Staff wellbeing programmes. Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities. Discounted learning. Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits UKVI Statement Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it. ED&I Statement: We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect. Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

LASALLE College of the Arts is a globally ranked institution for Art & Design and Performing Arts education (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026)—anchored in Singapore, rooted in Asia and connected to the world. The College offers 36 Diploma, BA (Hons) and MA programmes across the full spectrum of creative disciplines. Its faculty comprises a community of award-winning artists, designers, educators and researchers whose practice-led research sets LASALLE apart as an international centre of excellence. LASALLE is a founding member of the University of the Arts Singapore. Lecturer (BA (Hons) Music Business) The School of Contemporary Music, within the Faculty of Performing Arts, seeks to appoint a dynamic educator and business-focused researcher to teach the BA (Hons) Music Business programme. The programme is designed to develop commercially focused, analytically rigorous and entrepreneurial graduates equipped to operate within the local, regional and global music economies. The curriculum integrates academic inquiry with industry practice, emphasising market strategy, business model innovation, cultural and creative industries and data-informed decision-making. Reporting to the Programme Leader (BA (Hons) Music Business), your key responsibilities include designing and preparing lectures and seminars, teaching and delivering research-informed and industry-relevant content to ensure that students’ learning objectives are met. You will work collaboratively across the programme and faculty to strengthen curriculum design, align academic standards with industry expectations and support the programme’s growth and strategic positioning. You should have teaching and/or professional experience in music business, entrepreneurship, cultural economics or related disciplines. You will be expected to teach modules that bridge academic frameworks with applied business practice, including market analysis, strategic planning, venture development and performance evaluation. This includes guiding students in using industry tools such as audience analytics, revenue forecasting, intellectual property strategy and digital market positioning. You should be experienced in designing module briefs, constructing scaffolded learning pathways and delivering content that integrates theory with application. A key emphasis of the role is enabling students to translate research into actionable insights, develop viable business strategies, identify market opportunities and critically evaluate the sustainability of creative ventures. You will play a central role in supervising independent research projects, including final-year dissertations, with a strong focus on applied and practice-informed research. You will also contribute to building and maintaining relationships with industry partners, supporting live projects, consultancy-style engagements and opportunities for students to test and validate business ideas in real-world contexts. Your profile should demonstrate a strong research background, with an active portfolio aligned to business-oriented inquiry within the music or creative industries. This may include areas such as market strategy, digital ecosystems, cultural economics, audience development or entrepreneurship. Familiarity with MBA-level frameworks, such as market analysis and business strategy, innovation management and organisational performance, would be an advantage. Industry experience in the music sector, particularly in business development, artist management, rights management, data analytics or commercial strategy, will be an asset. You should be committed to developing graduates who are capable of operating at the intersection of art and commerce, analysing complex market environments, formulating strategic responses and contributing meaningfully to the evolution of the music industry. Requirements Postgraduate qualification, preferably at PhD level, in a relevant field such as music business, business administration, cultural economics, entrepreneurship or related disciplines. At least five years of tertiary-level teaching experience in a relevant subject area and at least four years of full-time industry experience in the music industry, creative industries, or broader business sectors (e.g. consulting, strategy, digital platforms or entrepreneurship). Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise business-oriented academic work, including research methodologies, market analysis, strategic planning and dissertation or capstone projects with applied industry focus. Experience in delivering content that bridges academic frameworks and commercial practice, including areas such as business model development, market strategy, audience analytics, revenue streams and intellectual property strategy. Teaching qualification or equivalent pedagogical development is an advantage. Strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex business and research concepts into accessible and applied learning experiences. Ability to engage students across a range of delivery modes, including lectures, seminars, workshops and project-based or consultancy-style learning environments. Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines and contribute to programme development, curriculum design and strategic initiatives. Strong pastoral care and student mentorship capabilities, particularly in supporting students’ academic progression, research development and professional readiness. Active engagement in research, with a preference for candidates who demonstrate a business-oriented research profile in areas such as market strategy, cultural and creative industries, entrepreneurship or digital ecosystems and the ability to mentor emerging researchers. Industry-relevant experience in the music sector (e.g. artist management, label operations, rights management or live/events) would be an advantage.  To apply: Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the LASALLE careers portal or submit your letter of interest, curriculum vitae indicating current and expected salary, and indicating clearly the position you are applying, by e-mail to hr_1@lasalle.edu.sg or in writing (stating clearly the position applying in the envelope) to: Senior Director & Chief Human Resource Officer Division of Human Resources & Organisation Development LASALLE College of the Arts 1 McNally Street, Singapore 187940 Closing date is 31 May 2026 or until the position is filled. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

1 x full time, fixed term (1 year) position available Salary Academic Level A ($80,755 - $109,536) or Level B ($115,303 - $136,925) + 17% Superannuation Based at the City, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About You The Research Assistant/Fellow will undertake research activities in line with the University's research strategy. It is expected that the Research Assistant/Fellow will work with an increasing degree of autonomy as skills and experience develop. This role focuses on advancing research in two-dimensional materials and ultra-thin material systems, with an emphasis on synthesis, heterostructure integration, and device development for electronic, photonic, and sensing applications. The position involves designing, fabricating, and experimentally validating novel material architectures using advanced nanofabrication and characterization techniques, translating fundamental research into functional prototypes. The successful candidate will produce high-quality research outputs, contribute to competitive funding applications, and effectively communicate findings through publications, reports, and presentations. The role also includes mentoring students, supporting collaborative research initiatives, and engaging with stakeholders. Strong initiative and technical leadership are essential, including the ability to plan and execute research activities, troubleshoot experimental challenges, and maintain laboratory capabilities while ensuring timely delivery of project milestones. We are looking for candidates with their knowledge and experience in the key focus areas: Demonstrated research track record in the area of two-dimensional materials research including characterization and device (electronic and photonic) fabrication/testing   Demonstrated experience with large-area two-dimensional materials synthesis methods such as but not limited to Chemical Vapour deposition Demonstrated ability to experimentally synthesise and characterise ultra-thin materials, heterostructures and electronic/photonic circuits Proven ability to undertake scientific research and development in research programs Demonstrate ability to clearly communicate research results, concepts and knowledge Demonstrated initiative in research, problem solving and competitive grant writing Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a member of a research team and independently when required, to meet project outcomes and milestones Preferable attributes include: Experience in co-supervising postgraduate by research students Qualifications Mandatory: Qualification in the relevant discipline area preferably at postgraduate level. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter and address the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. Please indicate in your cover letter for which position you are applying for. Position Description - Research Assistant or Fellow Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Applications close on Monday, 27th of April 2026. About RMIT University RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university Why work at RMIT University Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice. We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings Bring Your Whole Self to Work We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.