DTIB- Head of Department, Computer Science and Esports

Head of Department, Computer Science and Esports School of Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business

Location: Stoke Campus and Staffordshire University London

Salary: £69,488 to £73,709 Per Annum - Full Time Permanent

Release Date: Friday 11 September 2026

Closing Date: Friday 09 October 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 05 November 2026

Reference: DTIB
151-26

The University of Staffordshire is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to serve as the Head of Department for the Department of Computer Science and Esports. In this pivotal role, you will champion academic excellence, innovation, and strong external partnerships across our portfolio of Computer Science, Cyber Security, AI and Esports provision. You will drive the Department's strategic growth, foster an inclusive and high-performing culture for staff and students, and ensure our curriculum meets the evolving needs of the Computing and Esports sector.

A Chair will be considered for the right candidate.

• Provide strategic leadership for the Department, aligning its vision with the wider University Strategy.
• Line-manage and develop Course Directors, academic staff, and research teams within the Department.
• Oversee curriculum design and quality assurance for all Computer Science and Esports programmes.
• Cultivate high-impact partnerships with external bodies, sector groups, and employer partners.
• Manage Department budgets, resources, and workload allocations effectively to ensure financial sustainability.
• Drive research excellence and knowledge exchange activities that enhance the Department's national profile.

Please contact Professor Lawrence Bellamy (l), Executive Dean, for further information.

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In return for your contributions to the work of our University, you'll be based from one of our industry leading campuses, enjoying a range of benefits exclusive to members of our community and contributing to our vision, value and culture. Before you apply, take an opportunity to learn more about us by visiting the links above.

Staffordshire University is committed to promoting and enabling a positive culture where staff, students and visitors are confident to be their authentic selves. We focus on inclusion as a way to ensure equality of opportunity for all our people and to demonstrate our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Human Rights.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits a diverse organisation can bring for the University.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people, who are currently under-represented in the University workforce.