Kingston University
Location
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London | United Kingdom
Job description
Faculty/Directorate
Kingston School of Art
School/Function
Kingston School of Art
Contract type
Fixed Term Contract
Actual hours
18.5
Posted Date
29/02/2024
Closing Date
13/03/2024
Ref No
3996
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Job Description
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The purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate operational and reporting activities to support the Design, Arts and Creative Practice Knowledge Exchange and Research Institute (DACP KERI) and facilitate the work of the DACP KERI Fellow. Support the implementation of the approved DACP KERI plan, a key force behind the University’s Town House Strategy, by organising a wide range of networking, research and knowledge exchange activities across Kingston School of Art.
The successful candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a related subject. Possess an understanding of the principles of research, knowledge exchange or similar in the HE Sector. Experience in producing reports. Ability to host events and take clear, concise minutes of meetings within specified time period.
Kingston School of Art (KSA) has a strong heritage. Since its origins in the late 19thcentury it has established an exceptional reputation and become one of the UK’s leading art and design educational institutions.
The Faculty combines a dedication to creative risk-taking, innovation and experimentation with a commitment to working with numerous local, national and global partners and collaborators to lead and shape the future of the creative and cultural industries. As an Art School within a university, KSA fuses the benefits of an art and design-focused identity with the ability to be at the forefront of exciting cross-disciplinary developments in diverse areas such as health, business, engineering and the humanities and social sciences.
Ranked in the top five per cent of the world for art and design education by QS Top Universities, KSA produces globally celebrated alumni, high performing courses, impactful research performance and regularly achieves industry and student awards while engaging with the latest thinking from industry practitioners.
The Faculty works with leading brands and institutions forging exciting partnerships with organisations like the ICA, the Design Museum and the BFI. More recently, the Faculty has expanded its international presence through partnerships with the Indian Institute of Art and Design and the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, America.
With a wide variety of disciplines taught within the Faculty, KSA offers opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration in research and teaching – providing both exceptional choice for students and a stimulating environment for academics in the creative fields.
This is a part time (18.5 hours per week), fixed term role until 31 August 2024 with a starting salary of £16,135.50 per annum (50% pro rata to £32,271.00 per annum).
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 20 March 2024.
If you require further information about this role, please contact Professor Meg Jensen.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email [email protected] call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.
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Salary
£32.27k per annum
