Professor/Head of Department for Marketing and Entrepreneurship

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 06 April 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Aston Business School is seeking an inspirational and collaborative leader for the role of Professor and Head of the newly established Department of Marketing and Entrepreneurship. This is a key leadership position offering the opportunity to shape the department’s future, champion academic excellence, and cultivate a supportive, innovative environment for impactful research and teaching.

This is a permanent professorial appointment within Aston Business School. The appointee will report to the Dean or nominee and will be responsible for leading and supporting staff, fostering a culture of growth and development, and delivering the department’s and school’s strategic plans. Additional responsibilities include overseeing budgets, ensuring high-quality teaching and research, and creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and external engagement.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in education, research, and people-centred leadership. Specifically, they should have deep academic expertise in key areas of marketing and/or entrepreneurship, aligned with the department’s strategic strengths. They will demonstrate a strong research profile, a proven track record in shaping curricula, and the ability to build meaningful collaborations between industry and academia.

The ideal candidate will have the vision to anticipate future trends in marketing and entrepreneurship, identifying emerging areas of research and education. They will guide the department’s growth and foster a thriving academic community, making a significant contribution to Aston Business School’s strategic goals through leadership in teaching, research, and external engagement.

We are looking for individuals who want to empower and inspire colleagues and who can demonstrate:

• Ambition – A strong desire to enhance the impact and reputation of the Department, School, and Business and Social Sciences globally.
• Vision and Purpose – The ability to make strategic choices, prioritising opportunities that will drive positive change, while effectively managing resources and securing investment.
• Commitment to Excellence and Integrity – Dedication to ensuring high standards in student experience, mentoring, and team development, while fostering an inclusive and fair environment for hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation.
• Supportive and Engaged Leadership – Recognising that the role requires significant leadership commitment and balancing this with a people-focused approach.
• Commitment to Growth and Development – Understanding that leadership and management are evolving skills and actively seeking opportunities for continuous learning and collaboration.

This is an exciting opportunity for those eager to shape the future of the Department and make a lasting impact within Aston Business School and beyond. The position is a three-year appointment, after which the incumbent will transition into a substantive professorial role. The University is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and we encourage applications from individuals who can bring fresh perspectives and lived experiences.

The salary and job description for this role meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. For more information, please refer to the Home Office Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job.

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