Vice-Chancellor University of York

Ranked in the world top ten of universities under fifty years old, York is one of the leading research-intensive universities in the UK. It has an outstanding reputation for teaching and research and is renowned for its friendly and inclusive atmosphere.

The University is now seeking to appoint a new Vice-Chancellor to succeed Professor Brian Cantor at the end of 2013. This role represents an exciting opportunity for an exceptional candidate to build on past success and to shape and deliver an ambitious vision for the future at a time of unprecedented change in the higher education sector.

The Role:

• To provide strategic and operational leadership across the University, shaping its vision, culture and academic direction
• To enhance the outward-facing profile of the University, locally, nationally and internationally, and to develop enduring partnerships
• To ensure the future sustainability of the University through the recruitment and retention of excellent staff and students, sound financial management and nurturing innovation and creativity

The Candidate:

• An inspirational leader and team builder, with a track record of achievement and the intellectual standing and personal presence to lead a world-class University
• An outstanding ambassador, with a proven ability to promote the University's interests to a broad range stakeholders
• A genuine commitment to the mission and values of the institution with the ability to build on the University's reputation for academic excellence and to ensure an exceptional student experience

Closing date: 23 November 2012.

For further information on this position, including details of how to apply, please click 'Apply Online' below.