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Person profiles

Details about the roles and careers of members of staff, as well as their contact information.

  • Paul Shepherd

    Elected by Senate from its members

    Will undertake the responsibilities of members of governing bodies as set out in the CUC Guide for Members of Higher Education Governing Bodies in the UK.

  • Peter Hartland

    Appointed External Member

    Will undertake the responsibilities of members of governing bodies as set out in the CUC Guide for Members of Higher Education Governing Bodies in the UK.

  • Peter Lambert

    Head of the Department of Politics, Languages & International Studies

    Professor Peter Lambert is responsible for the research, teaching and strategic planning of the Department of Politics, Languages & International Studies.

  • Phil Taylor

    Vice-Chancellor and President

    The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Phil Taylor, is both the academic leader and chief executive of the University.

  • Polly McGuigan

    Head of the Department for Health

    Polly McGuigan is responsible for the research, teaching and strategic planning in the Department for Health.

  • Randolf Cooper

    Interim Chief Operating Officer

    Dr Randolf Cooper sits on University Executive Board, with responsibility for leading key corporate services.

  • Richard Brooks

    Director of Human Resources

    Responsible for a wide range of services to the University relating to the recruitment, development and wellbeing of all members of the workforce.

  • Rupert Baines

    School of Management Advisory Board Member

    CEO, UltraSoC

  • Ruth Foreman

    Pro-Chancellor

    Pro-Chancellors play a key role in the institution but do not become involved in day-to-day executive management.