Academic Director, Aston London
| Posting date: | 19 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £67,280 to £104,712 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Location: | London, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0652-25 |
Summary
Aston University, in partnership with Cambridge Education Group (CEG), is seeking an outstanding Academic Director to lead our newly launched London campus, situated at the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems.
Aston London, opened in Spring 2025, welcoming its first cohort of students, offering cutting-edge degree programmes in digital innovation, AI and data science, business analytics, global management, and cybersecurity, delivered by renowned faculty from Aston Business School and the Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute.
We are looking for an inclusive and strategic academic leader with proven experience in education strategy, academic delivery, quality enhancement, and collaborative leadership.
As Academic Director, you will oversee the academic development and operational delivery of Aston London, ensuring an exceptional student experience and sustained academic excellence. Based in London, you will work closely with internal teams, partner colleagues, and industry collaborators to support high-quality teaching, digital innovation, and strong graduate outcomes, all aligned with the University’s 2030 Strategy.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the academic vision of a key strategic initiative that reflects Aston University’s values of enterprise, inclusion, and real-world impact.
Please contact Professor Zoe Radnor (z.radnor@aston.ac.uk) for an informal discussion.
London weighting is applicable only to successful candidates who live in London.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Aston London, opened in Spring 2025, welcoming its first cohort of students, offering cutting-edge degree programmes in digital innovation, AI and data science, business analytics, global management, and cybersecurity, delivered by renowned faculty from Aston Business School and the Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute.
We are looking for an inclusive and strategic academic leader with proven experience in education strategy, academic delivery, quality enhancement, and collaborative leadership.
As Academic Director, you will oversee the academic development and operational delivery of Aston London, ensuring an exceptional student experience and sustained academic excellence. Based in London, you will work closely with internal teams, partner colleagues, and industry collaborators to support high-quality teaching, digital innovation, and strong graduate outcomes, all aligned with the University’s 2030 Strategy.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the academic vision of a key strategic initiative that reflects Aston University’s values of enterprise, inclusion, and real-world impact.
Please contact Professor Zoe Radnor (z.radnor@aston.ac.uk) for an informal discussion.
London weighting is applicable only to successful candidates who live in London.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
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