Head of Strategic Planning (104363)
 

Salary range:  £50,618- £56,950
FTE:  1
Term:  Open-ended
Closing Date: 21 January 2018

The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow possesses a large internationally rated Engineering Faculty with a proud history of successful joint ventures with industrial and enterprise partners. The Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), based at Inchinnan near Glasgow’s International Airport, has now been operational for eight years during which time Industrial, Academic and Government partners have worked together to establish a world leading research facility for the shaping of materials. The centre works closely with major industrial companies including Rolls-Royce and Boeing, and since 2011 it has been a part of the UK High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult. Since its launch the AFRC has achieved a rate of growth and industrial engagement which has surpassed expectations. As well as consolidating its primary strength in forming and forging technology, the centre is now developing its ability to support businesses wishing to innovate and will act as a focal point for high value manufacturing in Scotland.

This renewed focus and the level of success enjoyed by the AFRC to date have meant that, the centre needs to increasingly align itself to emerging product and sector developments. In particular a range of national and global opportunities including vehicle electrification, green steel (and other sustainable circular economy models), through-life engineering, and next generation supply chain models are all likely to become strategic growth areas for the centre. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the full end-to-end process of building new areas of innovation focus for AFRC, from concept development, and securing of funds, through to launch and have a leading role in the strategic development plans for AFRC on an ongoing basis. This will include liaison with a wide variety of stakeholders in government, UK and global industry, the HVM Catapult, and the University of Strathclyde.

The post holder is expected to have a good degree in a relevant subject with significant experience in a related role. You will preferably also possess the knowledge, skills and experience normally associated with a PhD for example in a relevant area of research; though we will exceptionally consider candidates with equivalent industrial experience. You will have an established track record in addressing complex and ambiguous challenges, as well as experience of taking a leading role in major projects.

The post holder will have the ability to work autonomously, plan and prioritise their own workload, with minimal input from senior management and be able to deal with complex problems presented to them by colleagues. The post holder will also need significant experience of project planning and delivery, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to interact with and influence a range of stakeholders from industry and academia.

Initial interviews have been scheduled for February 2018.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Michael Ward, Chief Technology Officer, AFRC michael.ward@strath.ac.uk
0141 534 5224

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Faculty
Faculty of Engineering
Department/School
Design, Manufacture and Engineering Management
Staff Category
Knowledge Exchange
Type of Employment
Open-ended
Working Hours
Full-time
Vacancy Description
 
Salary range:  £50,618- £56,950
FTE:  1
Term:  Open-ended
Closing Date: 21 January 2018

The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow possesses a large internationally rated Engineering Faculty with a proud history of successful joint ventures with industrial and enterprise partners. The Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), based at Inchinnan near Glasgow’s International Airport, has now been operational for eight years during which time Industrial, Academic and Government partners have worked together to establish a world leading research facility for the shaping of materials. The centre works closely with major industrial companies including Rolls-Royce and Boeing, and since 2011 it has been a part of the UK High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult. Since its launch the AFRC has achieved a rate of growth and industrial engagement which has surpassed expectations. As well as consolidating its primary strength in forming and forging technology, the centre is now developing its ability to support businesses wishing to innovate and will act as a focal point for high value manufacturing in Scotland.

This renewed focus and the level of success enjoyed by the AFRC to date have meant that, the centre needs to increasingly align itself to emerging product and sector developments. In particular a range of national and global opportunities including vehicle electrification, green steel (and other sustainable circular economy models), through-life engineering, and next generation supply chain models are all likely to become strategic growth areas for the centre. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the full end-to-end process of building new areas of innovation focus for AFRC, from concept development, and securing of funds, through to launch and have a leading role in the strategic development plans for AFRC on an ongoing basis. This will include liaison with a wide variety of stakeholders in government, UK and global industry, the HVM Catapult, and the University of Strathclyde.

The post holder is expected to have a good degree in a relevant subject with significant experience in a related role. You will preferably also possess the knowledge, skills and experience normally associated with a PhD for example in a relevant area of research; though we will exceptionally consider candidates with equivalent industrial experience. You will have an established track record in addressing complex and ambiguous challenges, as well as experience of taking a leading role in major projects.

The post holder will have the ability to work autonomously, plan and prioritise their own workload, with minimal input from senior management and be able to deal with complex problems presented to them by colleagues. The post holder will also need significant experience of project planning and delivery, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to interact with and influence a range of stakeholders from industry and academia.

Initial interviews have been scheduled for February 2018.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Michael Ward, Chief Technology Officer, AFRC michael.ward@strath.ac.uk
0141 534 5224

Click here for full details.