Pro Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science

Anderson Quigley is delighted to support the University of Buckingham in appointing a Pro Dean (similar to Associate Dean or Deputy Dean) for the Faculty of Medicine and Health Science (FMHS), the second of two permanent roles we are marketing within this Faculty.

Practicalities:

Full-time is highly preferred, although 0.8 FTE may be considered for the right candidate. Hybrid working is required, with 2-3 days per week on-site to provide effective, visible leadership. A negotiable and competitive salary dependent on disciplinary background and accordingly commensurate market rate is available.

The University:

The University of Buckingham stands out as one of the UK’s most innovative institutions. Renowned for its personalised, student-first approach, it is the only private university with a Royal Charter. Buckingham pioneered the UK’s accelerated two-year degree and was the first to introduce a 4.5-year undergraduate medical degree, providing a faster route to qualification without compromising quality. With exceptional support through small-group academic tutorials and dedicated pastoral care, the University offers an inspiring environment where students and staff alike can achieve excellence, whilst championing independent spirit and academic freedom.

Overview:

Approaching the 10^th anniversary of a well reputed and successful faculty, as Pro Dean of FMHS, you will lead the faculty through a pivotal period of opportunity and growth, shaping strategic priorities, enhancing recruitment, and building on the faculty’s reputation for delivering outstanding education. A key focus will be strengthening undergraduate Medicine and postgraduate recruitment by implementing innovative strategies and engaging with UK and international audiences.

You will play a key role in enhancing National Student Survey (NSS) outcomes for the medical school, help drive the development of the new School of Dentistry for the university and foster a collaborative culture that supports both staff and students during this transformative period. Reporting to the Executive Dean, you will collaborate with senior leaders, external stakeholders, and partners to deliver operational excellence and shape the faculty’s future success.

Essential Criteria:

You will bring a proven record of academic leadership within higher education, including managing faculties or departments at a senior level, within medicine, clinical, or healthcare-related disciplines, e.g., at Head of Department, Associate Dean or Deputy Dean level. You must demonstrate the ability to inspire teams, take a collaborative leadership approach, and drive operational excellence to support student success. Experience in managing budgets, ensuring quality, student recruitment and retention, and leading change initiatives is crucial.

Next Steps:

Anderson Quigley is acting as an advisor to The University of Buckingham. An executive search process is being carried out by Anderson Quigley in addition to the public advertisements. The closing date for applications is 12pm on Friday 20th June, though early applications are strongly encouraged.

Please click here for comprehensive details on The University of Buckingham, the role and the Job Description and Person Specification: https://andersonquigley.com/university-of-buckingham-fmhs/

Should you wish to discuss the role further or for details on how to progress your application, please direct all enquiries to our advising consultants, Alicja Janowska and Akhil Yerneni.