New leadership roles announced for City St George’s, University of London

Earlier this year, City, University of London and St George’s, University of London agreed to merge to form a world class, multi-site institution.

This development marks a key milestone for both universities, bringing together each of their strengths to become one of the largest suppliers of the health workforce in the capital, as well as one of the largest higher education destinations for London students.

Subject to the necessary regulatory approvals, the merged institution will be called City St George’s, University of London and will begin operating from 1 August 2024.

As part of our work towards our combined institution, a recruitment process has begun to appoint two key leadership roles for City St George’s.

Chair of Council

Work is underway to appoint a Chair of Council for City St George’s, through a process formally agreed between both Universities. This is a significant and exciting opportunity to lead the Council of the combined University through the first three years of its existence, giving clear, effective strategic direction.

The Council will have overall responsibility for the mission, strategy, direction and performance of City St George’s, ensuring that the best interests of stakeholders are met, notably students, staff and alumni. The Chair will be responsible for leading the process of bringing together and guiding the work of a highly talented and very senior group of colleagues from a broad range of backgrounds.

Find out more about the role and how to apply

Executive Dean, School of Health and Medical Sciences

The newly created role of Executive Dean of the School of Health and Medical Sciences will be an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to bring together two academic, professional services and student communities in one School.

They will lead a School offering an outstanding breadth of expertise in research and education across medicine, pharmacology, biomedical science, radiography, allied and global health, nursing, midwifery, speech and language therapy, optometry, counselling and psychology. The School will be at the forefront of changes to treatment, population health, innovative healthcare workforce development, leadership, policy and advocacy.

The Executive Dean will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing partnerships with NHS trusts and healthcare partners and will contribute to the broader leadership of the University.

Find out more about the role and how to apply.