**INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**Applications for the role of Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) are invited from among the members of the Academic Staff (Ordinance 7). Please note we are unable to consider applications from non-University of Essex employees. The Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) is a senior academic leadership role within the University. The role holder works with and to the PVC (Research) in developing and implementing the University's research strategy (including the dissemination and application of the University's research through knowledge transfer activities, and consultancy). The role is line managed by and reports to the PVC (Research).The Deputy PVC will undertake activities to support the PVC (Research), acting under delegated authority from the PVC. In particular, the Deputy PVC (research) will be expected to lead on the development, approval and implementation of selected strategies and policies, to support in ensuring that the infrastructure and resources provided to support research are fit for purpose and to take responsibility for achieving progress against selected key performance indicators.In addition, you will undertake research at the highest level and you will be expected to be eligible for submission to the REF as part of the contractual requirements of this role.The PersonWe are looking for someone with the experience and ambition to support the production of world-class research. You will have ambition for, and a passionate commitment to research and will have a clear understanding of the external funding environment, the impact agenda and the current research policy landscape. Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent experience), a distinguished academic record, including an internationally excellent research standing which gains and retains academic credibility, a proven track record of successful academic leadership at a senior level and a successful track record in leading and preparing submissions to external assessments of research quality.Appointment to this role is for a fixed term from 1st August 2019 until 2nd January 2021. On completion of the appointment, the role holder will revert to their substantive position within their Academic Department. The role holder will devote 80% of their time to the duties of this role, with the remaining 20% allocated to maintaining and developing their research career. This role will be advertised as an internal only opportunity for suitably qualified members of academic staff. It is proposed that the appointment should be made in accordance with paragraphs 1 and 3 of Ordinance 7, with the appointment to the role being made from amongst the Academic Staff of the University by the Council on the recommendation of the Senate. The Senate shall make the recommendation to the Council on the basis of a recommendation from a Selection Committee. The Committee shall be constituted in line with the requirements of Ordinance 7 paragraph 3, with the PVC (R) a member of the Panel.Please see the further detail link below for a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone the Resourcing Team (01206 876559).*Further detail: Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) job pack