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150th Anniversary Chairs

A global opportunity for exceptional academic leaders to shape the future of a world-leading university. Join us at a defining moment in our history and help drive the next era of discovery, innovation and global impact.

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Shape the future

Combining a rich civic heritage with bold ambition, the University of Liverpool widens opportunity and drives prosperity through education, research and innovation.

As we approach our landmark 150th anniversary and accelerate the bold ambitions of Liverpool 2031, we are seeking exceptional academic leaders with the vision, ambition and influence to help shape our future. We will appoint up to ten internationally renowned professors whose research excellence, strategic leadership and global reputation will drive breakthrough discoveries, deepen international partnerships and enhance Liverpool’s position on the world stage.

With significant investment in people, infrastructure and interdisciplinary research, we are creating an environment where transformative ideas can flourish and where world-changing research can thrive. As a 150th Anniversary Chair, you will have the platform to build and expand a globally recognised research programme, inspire and mentor the next generation of talent, develop influential collaborations across disciplines and sectors, and help shape the future direction of your field.

Join us and help us lead what comes next.

Priority areas

Bring your vision, ambition and global profile to one of our priority areas.

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Advanced materials

Drive the next frontier of discovery in AI-enabled materials research, autonomous laboratories, advanced manufacturing, biomaterials and biofilms.

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Health and life sciences

Transform lives through research spanning therapeutics, infection, neuroscience and women’s health, with opportunities to lead across the full translational pathway.

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Artificial intelligence, data science and digital technologies

Shape the future of AI and digital innovation across science, health, industry and the creative economy.

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Clean energy, oceans and maritime science

Lead solutions for a more sustainable future through pioneering work in clean energy systems, ocean science and maritime innovation.

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Creative futures and the cultural and creative economy

Redefine the future of music, film, gaming and digital creativity, with a strong focus on innovation at the intersection of culture and AI.

Why Liverpool, why now?

Liverpool 2031 sets out a bold strategic ambition: to build on our long-standing strengths in research and education and be recognised for globally leading research, the quality and scale of our partnerships, and our positive impact on people, place and planet.

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What you will bring

As an academic leader with the vision to build internationally visible programmes, unlock major opportunities and create lasting impact through interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation and global engagement, this is the opportunity for you.

What we offer

You will join an ambitious, research-intensive university with the scale, confidence and commitment to back bold ideas. We offer the opportunity to shape strategic research direction, work across strong interdisciplinary communities, build high-value partnerships and extend your influence through a platform designed for global impact.

A call to exceptional scholars

If you are ready to shape the future of your discipline, influence the direction of a globally ambitious university and play a defining role in our journey to 2031 and beyond, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply

Apply now and help define Liverpool’s next era of global research excellence.

Liverpool innovates

Our assets cut across multiple sectors and represent nationally and internationally significant capabilities.