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School of Pharmacy

Founded in 2026 the School of Pharmacy's vision is to be a contemporary and high performing School with excellence in education, professional credibility, strong student outcomes, and a clear external identity.

The Role 

The University of West London is seeking to appoint an exceptional and ambitious academic leader as its inaugural Head of School of Pharmacy, a rare opportunity to shape and lead a new School from its foundation. The successful candidate will play the leading role in establishing Pharmacy at UWL, setting its academic direction, shaping its culture, developing its external partnerships, and ensuring that it is positioned for long term success from the outset.  This role will appeal to a leader who is motivated by the opportunity to create a contemporary and high performing School of Pharmacy with excellence in education, professional credibility, strong student outcomes, and a clear external identity. Working closely with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and other senior colleagues, the postholder will lead the development of the School’s strategy and translate ambition into delivery across curriculum, quality, people, partnerships, research, enterprise and resource management. The Head of School will have a central role in ensuring that the School is built on strong academic foundations, develop a modern curriculum with robust quality assurance, a commitment to inclusive and excellent teaching, and full alignment with General Pharmaceutical Council requirements.

The Person

Beyond operational leadership, this is an opportunity to leave a genuine institutional and professional legacy. The inaugural Head will act as the principal ambassador for Pharmacy at UWL, building trusted relationships with professional bodies, the NHS, the wider health economy, industry and other key stakeholders. They will be expected to create a compelling vision for the School, inspire multidisciplinary teams, foster a strong and inclusive culture, and build a platform for research, knowledge exchange and external engagement that enhances both reputation and impact.  We are therefore looking for a candidate with the experience and authority to lead at senior level, together with a proven track record in academic Pharmacy leadership, quality and accreditation, curriculum development, partnership building and organisational growth. This is an outstanding opportunity to establish a new School of Pharmacy that will make a significant contribution to our students, the profession, the University and to the communities it serves.

How to Apply 

To apply click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill out the application form. 

Please submit a CV and covering letter as part of your application, clearly evidencing your suitability for the role. 

Further information about the application process can be found here: https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0 

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk  if you need any assistance with the application process.

Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 15^th June 2026. (TBC).

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Anthony Hilton, Deputy Vice - Chancellor, Anthony.Hilton@uwl.ac.uk

Additional Information 

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

We welcome applications from individuals who do not have a fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Should you be successful and do not hold an HEA fellowship you will be asked to complete one within 2 years of appointment as a condition of your continued employment.

Our department/school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBT+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. 

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field with a demonstrable track record of research within the field. 

An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this post (to be undertaken upon appointment).

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time. 

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

Department: Senior Management

Salary: Starting point for salary - £81,458 per annum