Academic Director

Academic Director

University of Stirling International Study Centre

Hybrid

Salary: Up to circa £65,000 depending on experience

Band F

Flexible working considered (.8 FTE or 4 days per week)

We're looking for an Academic Director who brings energy, integrity and a genuine passion for education to lead our academic team here at the University of Stirling International Study Centre. This is a unique chance to be part of a supportive, high-performing centre where collaboration, care and a strong sense of community are at the heart of everything we do.

As Academic Director, you will be part of the centre's senior leadership team, and will play a key role in shaping the academic direction of the Centre, bringing both academic insight and operational awareness to leadership decisions, while also being deeply involved in the day-to-day detail that makes a difference to our students and staff.

From overseeing quality assurance and programme development, to refining processes that support student success, this is a role that rewards both strategic vision and a hands-on approach. You will lead a team of four experienced academic managers and oversee the wider team of over 20 dedicated teaching staff. Our people are passionate, collaborative, and known for their positivity, creating an exceptional place to work and grow.

Working closely with the Centre Director and our University of Stirling partners, you'll help drive academic excellence, ensure compliance with key regulatory standards, and contribute to recruitment and student support initiatives. This is a role where every day is different and every contribution matters, whether you're developing new pathways, engaging with university leadership, or helping a student navigate a challenge.

We are proud of our collaborative culture. You'll need to be comfortable working in a fast-moving environment that blends long-term thinking with immediate priorities. If you enjoy variety, thrive on building teams, and want to make a real difference in students' lives, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll be based at the beautiful University of Stirling campus with flexibility to work remotely one or two days, depending on business needs. We welcome applications from candidates seeking a .8 FTE role or a flexible working pattern.