Professor of Research Impact & Engagement / Director of the Centre for Future Societies Research
| Posting date: | 06 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £74,481 to £79,901 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 20 October 2025 |
| Location: | Hatfield, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Hertfordshire |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | REQ00333 |
Summary
Post Title: Professor of Research Impact & Engagement / Director of the Centre for Future Societies Research
SBU/Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor
FTE: 0.6 FTE (working 22.2 hours a week)
Duration of Contract: Initial 4 year tenure
Salary: AM2 £74,481 - £79,901 pro rata pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days pro rata plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield
The University of Hertfordshire is seeking an outstanding leader to take on the dual position of Professor of Research Impact and Engagement and Director of the Centre for Future Societies Research. Reporting directly to the Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Enterprise, this is a unique opportunity to influence the University’s research environment, driving excellence in interdisciplinary research, impact, and engagement, while shaping the strategic vision of the Centre for Future Societies Research.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
As Professor and Director, the successful candidate will lead the Centre for Future Societies Research, a pan-University hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, dedicated to investigating how we can make the future world a better place. Building and sustaining high-value partnerships with policymakers, funders, and organisations across academic, public, private and third sectors the post holder will take a central role in developing major funding proposals that align with institutional and national priorities. The postholder will foster an inclusive research culture to support postgraduate, early career and more senior researchers to excel and as an academic authority, they will enhance the visibility of the University’s influence on policy, practice and public discourse.
Experience and skills needed
We welcome applications from candidates with or without traditional academic backgrounds, provided they can demonstrate a strong track record in income capture, research impact, knowledge mobilisation, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates will be experienced leaders, adept at building partnerships that drive innovation and influence policy, with the ability to inspire teams, mentor researchers, and support postgraduate students.
Qualifications
Educated to doctoral level or with the equivalent level of training and experience needed to meet our Professor policy and regulation requirements.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and vision, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We anticipate the successful candidate will take up this post in January 2026.
How to apply
Please submit your application online at www.jobs.herts.ac.uk
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
Please also upload your full CV as a separate document on the application webpage. Please provide suitable contact details.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Please read the ‘University Policy and Regulations – Professorships’ document to ensure you are fully aware of the requirements on, and for the appointment of, a Professor at the University.
As this is a Professorial appointment, the names and contact details of three academic referees of appropriate standing in the field are required at application, who may be approached by the University prior to interview. Please include their details in your Personal Statement or Supporting Documents.
Closing Date: 20 October 2025
Interview Date: 17 November 2025
Reference Number: REQ000333
Date Advert Placed: 06 October 2025
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Our vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
SBU/Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor
FTE: 0.6 FTE (working 22.2 hours a week)
Duration of Contract: Initial 4 year tenure
Salary: AM2 £74,481 - £79,901 pro rata pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days pro rata plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield
The University of Hertfordshire is seeking an outstanding leader to take on the dual position of Professor of Research Impact and Engagement and Director of the Centre for Future Societies Research. Reporting directly to the Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Enterprise, this is a unique opportunity to influence the University’s research environment, driving excellence in interdisciplinary research, impact, and engagement, while shaping the strategic vision of the Centre for Future Societies Research.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
As Professor and Director, the successful candidate will lead the Centre for Future Societies Research, a pan-University hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, dedicated to investigating how we can make the future world a better place. Building and sustaining high-value partnerships with policymakers, funders, and organisations across academic, public, private and third sectors the post holder will take a central role in developing major funding proposals that align with institutional and national priorities. The postholder will foster an inclusive research culture to support postgraduate, early career and more senior researchers to excel and as an academic authority, they will enhance the visibility of the University’s influence on policy, practice and public discourse.
Experience and skills needed
We welcome applications from candidates with or without traditional academic backgrounds, provided they can demonstrate a strong track record in income capture, research impact, knowledge mobilisation, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates will be experienced leaders, adept at building partnerships that drive innovation and influence policy, with the ability to inspire teams, mentor researchers, and support postgraduate students.
Qualifications
Educated to doctoral level or with the equivalent level of training and experience needed to meet our Professor policy and regulation requirements.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and vision, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We anticipate the successful candidate will take up this post in January 2026.
How to apply
Please submit your application online at www.jobs.herts.ac.uk
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
Please also upload your full CV as a separate document on the application webpage. Please provide suitable contact details.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Please read the ‘University Policy and Regulations – Professorships’ document to ensure you are fully aware of the requirements on, and for the appointment of, a Professor at the University.
As this is a Professorial appointment, the names and contact details of three academic referees of appropriate standing in the field are required at application, who may be approached by the University prior to interview. Please include their details in your Personal Statement or Supporting Documents.
Closing Date: 20 October 2025
Interview Date: 17 November 2025
Reference Number: REQ000333
Date Advert Placed: 06 October 2025
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Our vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts
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