Professor

Buckinghamshire New University

  • High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
  • £67,468-88,067 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Full Time (37 hrs per week) – Permanent – High WycombeSalary – £67,468 – £88,067Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.Research and knowledge exchange are among our key priorities here at BNU. As such, as part of our inclusive research and knowledge exchange strategy, we are looking to recruit an exceptional researchers. We want candidates who understand participatory and liberatory research, who have social impact at the heart of their practice and who centre lived experience in everything they do. We want a Professor who can build an inclusive research culture that attracts and develops researchers from underrepresented groups in academia, building a community committed to improving lives. We think differently at BNU and we want professors who do the same.We want you to make this role. As such, we would like to hear from outstanding researchers with any area of expertise relevant to what we do at BNU, as long as that expertise has Inclusivity at its heart. However, we also encourage applications from excellent researchers in one of our College’s priority areas:
  • College of Health and Society: Health, Wellbeing, and Social Justice
  • College of Leadership and Innovation: Sustainable Aviation or Human Factors in Aviation
  • College of Creative Arts, Technology, and Engineering: Automation & Robotics
What we offer:
  • a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
  • hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
  • training & development support opportunities
  • contributory pension scheme
  • discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
  • a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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Please click to view our employee handbook.If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.For further information about this role please contact Professor Jermaine M Ravalier (Pro-Vice Chancellor, Academic) on: professor.recruitment@bucks.ac.ukAll applications are to be made in full and online.BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that would enable you to perform to the best of your abilities in your role. Please reach out to professor.recruitment@bucks.ac.uk if you have any specific needs or if you would like more information on how we can support you.We ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.Closing Date: Friday 31 October 2025Interview Date: week beginning 1 December 2025Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.BNU is a employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.LocationHigh WycombeContract TypePermanentSalary RangeSpot salaryHours per week37Closing Date31/10/2025Ref No1850Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: ProfessorCollege/Directorate: As advisedGrade: ProfessorialLocation: Relevant University campus with travel to other campuses, as required.Responsible to: PVC (other other as advised)Job Purpose:Develop and deliver excellence in research-led teaching by strengthening links between our subject-based research and teaching contributing to strong student outcomes and commercial success.Lead the design and delivery of high quality research and knowledge exchange, fulfilling the University’s mission in this area.Contribute to your discipline, nationally and internationally, through participation in conferences, seminars, professional bodies and peer review.Practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community where people can achieve their potential.Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:Developing the research, enterprise and collaboration agendas of the University including producing high impact and innovative, peer-reviewed research.Role model research-led working and actively participate in relevant research that enhances practice and underpins service improvement.Grow externally funded national and international research and innovation collaborations.Successfully supervise to completion research students, as appropriate to the discipline and to attract research students to the University.Deliver substantial national or international public engagement and communication of research.Maintain a sustained contribution in research active communitiesAct as an ambassador for the University’s DRIVE values and demonstrate strong academic citizenship.Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practicesSuch other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.PERSON SPECIFICATIONA = Application T = Test I = InterviewEducation, Qualifications & TrainingMeans of TestingPhD in subject related fieldAEquivalent standing in regional and professional practice within relevant academic disciplineAGraduate and Post Graduate qualification in a discipline related fieldARecognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow of the HEAAKnowledge & ExperienceExpert knowledge in discipline/fieldA/IDemonstrate a sustained and coherent research agenda within any area related to the discipline.A/IDemonstrate sustained excellence across the dimensions of publication outputs, research income and impact.A/IAbility to build strong links with employers, in order to inform our teaching, research and Professional Practice.A/IDemonstrate the capacity and willingness to lead in promoting and enabling evidence-based research impact, and developing an exceptional research environment.A/IThe ability to design and deliver inspiring education, based on an excellent, evidence-based, understanding of the teaching and learning process at all levels of the curriculum and for informal learning.A/IA national and/or international profile of expertise in the field, with an in-depth understanding of how the discipline is developing, evidenced through appropriate outputs including publications, books, contributions to standards, and/or industrial/professional practice.A/IThe ability to produce high quality scholarly outputs, with national or international impacts on teaching methods or student success (commensurate with career stage).A/IMembership of professional networks, including relevant professional bodies, or equivalent experience/standing in the UK or another country.A/IDemonstrate a strong track record of developmental mentoring and successful supervision of doctoral students and early career research staff, and of leading research teams.A/IShow evidence of collaborative work with academics from different disciplinary fields, and with industry partners.A/ISkillsExcellent Interpersonal and communication skillsI/ACustomer centred approach delivering excellence to our studentsI/AManaging, mentoring and developing academic staffI/ADigitally able and proficient in Microsoft toolsI/AOther RequirementsA willingness to work in offsite locations, where requiredI/ACommitted to the aims, ethos and values of the UniversityI/ABehavioural INDICATORSThe BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University.The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:Finding solutions
Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions.
Identifying opportunities for innovation.Engaging with the wider context
Enhancing your contribution to the University through an understanding of University values, its students,
customers and stakeholders.Developing self and others
Showing commitment to own ongoing professional development. Supporting and encouraging others to
develop their professional knowledge, skills and behaviours to enable them to reach their full potential.

Buckinghamshire New University