Deputy Director (GW-SHIFT)

About the role

We are seeking a Deputy Director to join the new and exciting GW-SHIFT (Great Western Supercluster of Hydrogen Innovation for Future Technologies) programme, one of a raft of significant and growing research activities in sustainable hydrogen energy at the University. GW-SHIFT is running for four years from 1 January 2024.

This role involves extensive liaison and engagement with academic, civic and industry partners in the Southwest of England and in South Wales to deliver a regional impact programme for low carbon hydrogen. You will be a pivotal member of the GW-SHIFT management and executive leadership team, working closely at Bath with Prof Tim Mays (Co-Director and Line Manager) and the Project Administrator, PA (to be appointed) and with Prof Xiaohong Li (Co-Director) at the University of Exeter.

For a full view of the responsibilities of the role please see the Job Description attached below.

You will benefit from working alongside support staff on other hydrogen projects in a new Hydrogen Support Hub on the main Bath campus at Claverton Down.

This position is offered on a part time basis, for 21.9 hours per week, with an expected end date of 31^st December 2027.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Professor Tim Mays at cestjm@bath.ac.uk, however please ensure your application is submitted via our website.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• demonstrable and recent experience of high-level research project management and leadership in an academic environment
• a proven track record in successfully leading nationally or internationally funded projects
• a good understanding of, and networks in, industry and policymaking
• financial management experience including budgets, audits and reporting
• excellent influencing and negotiation skills

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