麻豆影院

麻豆影院Director Prof Nick Owens will head up research activity at UHI (University of the Highlands and Islands) after being appointed to the university’s senior executive team as Vice-Principal for Research and Innovation.

Prof Owens, who has been Director of 麻豆影院since 2015 and will continue in the role, has previously led the British Antarctic Survey and brings considerable experience in managing complex research organisations. He will play a crucial role in shaping the research strategy of UHI, of which 麻豆影院is a partner.

Prof Owens said: “I am excited to assume the role of Vice-Principal for Research and Innovation. During my nine years at 麻豆影院and UHI, I have witnessed the university's positive impact on our region and its people. UHI is not only a force for good in education but also in the research and innovation we foster.

“As Chair of the Research Ethics Committee, I have seen the diverse, high-quality research our colleagues across UHI produce, which has been truly mind-expanding. In this new role, I look forward to further exploring our world-leading research and elevating the importance of research and innovation within UHI.”

Meanwhile, Professor Jane Lewis, Principal of UHI Shetland, will take on the role of Vice-Principal for Strategic Projects.

The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) said the appointments of two esteemed leaders from its partnership to the senior executive team reinforced its commitment to collaborative excellence.

These strategic appointments align with UHI’s 2030 Strategic Plan, which aims to create a ‘fully integrated, sustainable, and people-oriented organisation’.

Vicki Nairn, UHI’s Principal and Vice-Chancellor who is leading UHI’s transformation, said: “Our primary focus is to ensure that every decision we make as an institution aligns with our 2030 strategic objectives of achieving operational excellence and financial sustainability.

“By fostering greater collaboration across the partnership, we will become a more efficient and effective tertiary organisation.

“The unique expertise that Professors Lewis and Owens bring to the senior executive team will be invaluable as we navigate this critical phase of transformational change. I am looking forward to welcoming them to the team and working closely with them on strategic initiatives.”

Both professors will continue in their current roles at their respective institutions, with Professor Lewis dedicating 0.5 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) and Professor Owens 0.2 FTE to their vice-principal responsibilities. The appointments are set for a 12-month term.

The UHI senior executive team is set to undergo further changes with the upcoming retirement of University Secretary Sheena Stewart, who will be stepping down later this year.