External Member appointment to the Information Policy and Strategy Committee

The University is looking to appoint two IT professionals with particular expertise in Information and Cyber Security, and a strong commitment to Higher Education, as external members of its Information Policy and Strategy Committee, which is a Committee of the University Court (the governing body). This is a unique opportunity to become a critical friend, provide expert guidance and assist in taking the University forward.

Ideally, candidates will demonstrate a range of skills and have significant strategic leadership experience gained within large, complex organisations. We would particularly welcome applications from individuals who have senior-level IT experience and expertise in Artificial Intelligence, digital innovation, or information and cyber security, who can demonstrate a commitment to the University of Glasgow's Glasgow 2036 vision, and who possess the governance knowledge, interpersonal skills, integrity, credibility, and communication abilities needed to provide effective challenge and support at Board level.

Glasgow is one of the world's top 100 universities and is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading UK research universities. It has more than 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, an annual turnover of more than £1 billion, including research income of over £240m, and welcomes students from more than 140 countries worldwide, with excellent ratings for student satisfaction. The successful candidate will be contributing to the University at an exciting time, with major capital projects under way and under consideration as part of the redevelopment of an enlarged campus, and the development of the new institutional strategic plan.

Candidates will need to be able to commit to between 5 and 8 half-days per year to the duties. The position is non-executive and unremunerated, but expenses will be paid, including travel, child/dependent-care and lost earnings. The appointment will be for four years in the first instance. Candidates must not be employees or students of the University of Glasgow.

The University of Glasgow is committed to equality and ensuring all students, staff and visitors have a positive experience of the learning, teaching, research and work environment. We are keen to hear from people excited by the opportunity to add value irrespective of their sex, gender identity, gender re-assignment, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race and traditionally under-represented groups. To preserve gender balance on the Court in accordance with the Gender Representation on Public Boards (Scotland) Act 2018, we would welcome and encourage applications from women.

Individuals with relevant experience may contact Professor Iain Gordon (Senior Vice-Principal & Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic) at [email protected] to discuss the position on an informal basis.

Applications should include a CV and a cover letter. Interviews are due to take place in December 2026.