School of Management Prize Fellowship in Human Resource Management University of Bath Prize Fellowships are an exceptional opportunity for outstanding post-doctoral researchers to develop their academic career in a supportive and well-resourced research environment. The Fellows will be expected to pursue an independent programme of research, including publishing in top quality journals and securing external research grants. The initial appointment will be to a fixed-term Research Fellow post with the expectation of transfer to a permanent lectureship at the end of year two, or exceptionally at the end of year three. School of Management The School of Management has a national and international reputation in organisation studies and we are seeking to appoint a Prize Fellowship in Human Resource Management. This position will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work in a vibrant and successful scholarly community which includes quantitative and qualitative researchers and has a commitment to publishing in leading general and field specific journals. Joining a group of experienced senior and ambitious junior colleagues, you will have the opportunity to develop and establish an independent research agenda. The School of Management is committed to high quality research, teaching and learning and was ranked 5th in the UK for Business and Management Studies in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise and 1st for Business Studies by the Times Good University Guide 2013. Successful candidates will have a commitment to research excellence, high quality publication and income generation. Candidates are encouraged to make informal contact with Professor Juani Swart (j.a.swart@bath.ac.uk) for further details of the post. A strategic appointment: investing in research, inspiring minds, creating knowledge. /study 1
The University The University of Bath is proud to be one of the UK s leading universities, with an international reputation for the quality of our research and teaching. Our mission is to deliver world-class research and teaching, educating our graduates to become future leaders and innovators, and benefiting the wider population through our research, enterprise and influence. We have a strong commitment to the people we employ and value the contributions made by all our staff. We offer an excellent working environment, great benefits and a compact and friendly campus. We have over 2500 staff and over 15,000 students. Further facts and figures are available from: /about/facts/ Research Our research excels across science, engineering, management, social sciences and the humanities. It influences national and international policy debates, and contributes to sustainable development and technology. The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise placed Bath s position as one of the top research universities in the UK. Our research portfolio of grants and contracts is worth about 100 million. Some key areas of research include: built environment; complex systems; digital entertainment; drug development; genomics and biological development; health and wellbeing; innovative manufacturing; low carbon energy; organisation studies; photonics; probability; regenerative medicine; social, political, economic and environmental security; sustainable chemical technologies; sustainable construction; sustainable energy and the environment. Teaching We pride ourselves on the student experience we provide. Bath produces well rounded, highly successful graduates who command excellent jobs in the graduate market. In addition to ranking as one of the top universities for employability, our placement programmes give our graduates a real advantage with starting salaries over 4,000 higher than the average for UK graduates. Our students have access to teachers who are themselves pushing back the boundaries of knowledge through research and innovation. Academic Investment The University is making a significant new investment in academic staff in order to further enhance our research profile and the learning environment for our students. This investment will enable us to enhance key areas of existing research strength and teaching.
The School of Management The University of Bath School of Management is positioned among the top UK business schools and we are currently ranked 1st for Business Studies by the Sunday Times University Guide 2013. We offer a stimulating environment with a renowned reputation for business education and international research. Our community of students, faculty and staff is unique in the diversity of cultures and interests represented. Our location, overlooking the historic city of Bath and on a modern campus offers an attractive working environment that is both intellectually and culturally stimulating. We offer a real commitment to developing your skills and personal career that reflects our drive for international impact through excellence. Established in 1966, the School of Management enjoys an international reputation for the quality of its programmes and has a long tradition of excellence in teaching and research. The Dean of the School, Professor Richard Elliott is committed to the continued development of the School of Management as an international school at the forefront of management research & education in the 21st Century. External recognition Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). The School is ranked 5th alongside Oxford and LSE business schools. The School holds accreditation from EQUIS and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). Ranked 1st for Business - Sunday Times University Guide 2013 Ranked 1st for Graduate Jobs - Sunday Times University Guide 2013 The Economist Intelligence Unit s Which MBA? ranking has listed Bath amongst its top 100 programmes since the ranking started in 2002. The Bath MBA is currently ranked 2nd in the UK and 1st in the UK for Salary Increase and Faculty Quality. In the influential National Student Survey we are ranked 2nd in the UK for Business, based on feedback from students relating to the quality of their course.
In the Times Good University Guide we have been ranked consistently amongst the top business schools in the UK; we are currently ranked 1st for Accounting and Finance and 3rd for Business Studies. The University of Bath is ranked 3rd by the Sunday Times University Guide 2013 (after Oxford and Cambridge). The School s Programmes The School attracts a thriving community of around 2,200 high calibre students from around the world together with a faculty of over 90 academics and an administrative staff of around 70. Best known for the quality of its research, the School offers a range of programmes which provide a solid foundation in the key business disciplines for students from undergraduate to postgraduate/post-experience level. The School offers six undergraduate degrees: BSc (Hons) in Business Administration BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons) in International Management and Modern Languages BSc (Hons) in Management BSc (Hons) in International Management BSc (Hons) in Management with Marketing In addition the School provides pre- and post-experience taught Master s programmes including MSc in Management, MSc in Accounting and Finance, MSc in Finance, MSc in Finance and Banking, MSc in Finance and Risk, MSc in Marketing, MSc in Advanced Management Practice, MSc in Innovation and Technology Management (run in collaboration with the Department of Engineering), MSc in International Management, MSc in Human Resource Management and Consulting and MSc in Sustainability and Management. The School also delivers tailored executive development programmes to engage with senior-level management. The Bath MBA is designed for mature and experienced participants, with a minimum of three years post-graduation experience. The School values and recognises the importance of corporate links and has a thriving MBA Alumni network which has an international membership drawn from over 100 countries.
The City Living in Bath The World Heritage City of Bath is one of the most interesting, elegant and vibrant cities in the UK. The city is known for its many beautiful buildings and the natural hot springs which gave the city its name. From the historic Roman Baths to the contemporary Thermae Bath Spa, the city has a unique blend of architectural heritage and modern living. Bath is home to several excellent museums and galleries, and hosts various arts festivals throughout the year. There are over 150 restaurants, cafés and traditional pubs set within a great range of shopping from high street stores and small specialist shops to a flea market. Bath is a beautifully green city, adorned with floral displays and bounded by wooded hills. The mainline railway means London is within easy reach and the nearby motorway connects Bath to the rest of the UK. Bath has an excellent range of schools with a wide choice of secondary education. There are numerous parks, play areas and open spaces including the wonderful Royal Victoria Park, one of the first public parks in the country. Bath is surrounded by magnificent countryside and interesting places. Stonehenge, Salisbury, Wells, Glastonbury, Cheddar Gorge, Oxford and Bristol are all within easy reach of Bath. The city offers many enjoyable outdoor activities. You can take a boat trip on the River Avon, walk beside the Kennet and Avon Canal or make use of the superb sports facilities. /study 5