Wrexham University is entering a transformative era with the launch of its bold Vision and Strategy 2030, at a time when global attention is focused on our region. We are seeking an outstanding individual to join us as Professor of Entrepreneurship, a role that recognises professorial standing through a proven track record of transformational leadership and academic excellence in the field of entrepreneurship.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our mission of becoming a world-leading modern civic university, regionally and globally engaged, delivering skills and impactful research that drive economic growth and innovation for the well-being of current and future generations.

About the Role

As Professor of Entrepreneurship, you will:

• Provide academic leadership for entrepreneurship across the three strategic dimensions of:
  1. Our Student Experience & Opportunities
  2. Our People, Place & Partnerships
  3. Our Research & Enterprise
• Be based within the Business School, leading the development and delivery of education, research, external engagement, and commercial activity in entrepreneurship.
• Collaborate with colleagues across faculties to embed entrepreneurship into curricula and the wider student experience.
• Translate research and education into commercial income streams, helping to shape a compelling business engagement offer for partners in Wrexham, Wales, and the World.
• Drive a step change in enterprise education, research, and knowledge exchange aligned with our core values: Excellence, Inclusion, Collaboration, Transformation, and Sustainability.
• Position Wrexham University as the ‘go-to’ institution for co-creating innovative and entrepreneurial solutions to economic and social challenges.
• Lead income-generating initiatives including short courses, consultancy, CPD, and knowledge transfer.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across the University to amplify our impact and reach.

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