Associate Director - Science & Technology - National Oceanography Centre

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MASTS

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Posted on Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Location: Liverpool, Southampton, Hybrid
Salary: £95,680 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 9th August 2024
Closes: 22nd September 2024
Job Ref: NOC11755

Who are we?

We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) – the UK’s leading institution for integrated coastal and deep ocean research. Through our ground-breaking research, collaboration, and game-changing innovation we work to gain a deeper understanding of our ocean, helping every living thing on our planet flourish.

We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community focused on solving challenging long-term marine science problems, underpinning international and UK public policy, business and societal outcomes.

About the role

Due to the upcoming retirement of Professor Doug Connelly we are now recruiting for a new Associate Director of Science and Technology. This is a key strategic role at NOC, providing an opportunity for a world class science leader to shape and oversee the strategic direction of the largest division at NOC.

The post holder will lead organisational transformation and workforce planning, lead and support our community of early career researchers, and create a balanced portfolio of staff skills and associated development so that NOC can respond to external funding opportunities. Working closely with the leadership of the research groups in NOC and the wider NOC community, the Associate Director will support the growth and impact of marine science and global ocean observing in a coordinated way.

About you

We are looking for a leader in ocean science research with experience of directing large and complex programmes or facilities. You’ll need to be able to lead and develop large teams (e.g. more than 20-30 people) and have a track record of building successful partnerships internally and externally.

To be successful in this position you will need to be passionate about the ocean and the power of the ocean to effect change. You will have experience of driving change and leading on transformation, and be able to demonstrate vision and awareness of the strategic landscape.

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