The University of St Andrews is Scotland’s first university and one of the oldest in the English speaking world.  Consistently ranked among the top universities in the United Kingdom, St Andrews has built a portfolio of world-leading research and an international reputation for the highest quality of research-led teaching.

Now in its seventh century, the university provides a uniquely stimulating environment which values the life of the mind across the Faculties of Science, Arts, Medicine and Divinity.  Big enough to reach across the world, small enough to be intimate, St Andrews and its community of scholars will meet global challenge in HE with an ambitious strategy focused on further internationalisation, a commitment to excellence and focused investment in differentiation.

Following the appointment of Professor Louise Richardson as the next Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, the University of St Andrews is committed to build on her legacy by appointing an inspirational and exceptional Principal and Vice-Chancellor to lead the strategic development of the University. A visionary and motivational leader, the successful candidate will have substantial academic credibility, relevant experience within a large complex institution, outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and the personal drive and commitment to lead this dynamic and innovative University within a global market.

To apply or to download further information for this role please visit http://www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/standrews.  For a confidential discussion regarding this role please call Perrett Laver on 0208 340 6200.

Closing Date:  12 noon on Thursday 29 October 2015.

Interviews for this appointment will take place in January 2016.