Director, Imperial Policy Forum
Imperial
South Kensington Campus, London, SW7 2AZ.
Competitive Salary
Welcome to Imperial, a world–leading university for science, technology, engineering, medicine and business (STEMB). We were founded in 1907 with a mission ‘To be useful’ – but we know that before anyone can usefully change something, they first need to understand it.
That’s what we do here: We use science to try to understand more of the universe and improve the lives of more people in it. Sometimes that understanding arrives in big leaps and breakthroughs, sometimes over generations, or even in failure. There are no shortcuts to progress, only good science.
At Imperial, we are deeply engaged in the central forces that are shaping the future. The research and innovations we produce are right now helping to navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges in global health, climate change, AI, business leadership and more.
Our work impacts the world, and our community reflects it, brought together by the incredible gravitational pull of London’s energy, economy and opportunity. Here, you’ll find a welcoming and diverse home for everyone who believes in the power of science to build, to heal and to lead.
THE ROLE
This is a significant and influential position at the heart of Imperial. The Director, Imperial Policy Forum will lead academic policy engagement across the university, heading the Imperial Policy Forum, and aligning Imperial’s world-leading research and innovation with pressing policy challenges. Working closely with the university’s four new Schools of Convergence Science in Human and Artificial Intelligence, Health and MedTech, Sustainability and Space, and Security and Telecoms, and supporting policy engagement activity for the Centre for Sectoral Economic Performance (CSEP), they will position Imperial as a global leader in addressing key policy challenges. Ultimately, the Director will ensure that the university’s research not only advances science but also delivers tangible societal impact.
The postholder will be an accomplished policy specialist with a track record of policy influence and political impact, able to drive engagement with policymakers, industry leaders, and international institutions to translate cutting-edge research into actionable policy solutions. Established as a leader and able to build and manage diverse teams across complex organisations, candidates will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a strong presence with senior stakeholders and the ability to build productive and influential partnerships across a wide range of stakeholders, including our talented and committed teams. A strategic vision and ability to navigate complex policy landscapes will be essential to strengthen Imperial’s reputation as a global leader in science policy.
How to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides).
- A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.
Closing date
Monday 31st March 2025
Preliminary interviews
w/c Monday 7th and w/c Monday 14th April 2025
Final Panel interviews
Wednesday 30th April 2025