Jenny Ames

Experience

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  Food Biosciences, University of Reading

  Jan 1987 - Jan 2005

  Professor

  I spent 18 years at Reading University. I built up a large research team focused on understanding the chemistry of amino-carbonyl interactions (the Maillard reaction) related to both food quality and associated with health and disease in vivo.External responsibilities included:• Elected Chairperson of a European COST Action (1999-2004)• University of Reading Co-ordinator for the EU Network of Excellence Nutritional Genomics (NuGo) (2003-2005)University responsibilities included:• Member of the Council of the University of Reading (1991-1997)• Member of the Senate of The University of Reading (1995-2001)• Member of the Faculty Research Committee (1999)• Member of the Joint Inter-Faculty Research Committee (1999-2000)• Alternate Faculty Representative on the Standing Committee on Examination Results (2002-2005)• Member of the Faculty of Life Sciences Promotions Board (2003-2005)• Member of the Technician Job Evaluation Panel (2003-2005)School responsibilities included:• Elected staff member of the Departmental Management Advisory Group (1991-1992) • Research Student Admissions Officer (1992-1997)• Member of the Departmental Research Committee (1992-2001)• Chair of Working Group established to review teaching in the Department (1995-1997)• Member of the Departmental Management Committee (1999-2002) Show less

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  University of South Carolina

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2007

  Visiting Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry

  As Visiting Professor I developed mass spectrometry-based proteomics methods for identifying site specificity of protein modification in the context of diabetes.

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  Queen's University Belfast

  Jul 2005 - Mar 2009

  Director of Research and Professor of Human Nutrition and Health

  As Director of Research I played a pivotal role in establishing the research function of the Institute of Agrifood and Land Use, including designing the labs, selecting equipment and recruiting staff. I also forged close links with colleagues in the School of Medicine to promote research in Human Nutrition.Activities in the region and nationally included:• Queen’s representative on the Northern Ireland Food Foresight Panel • Queen’s representative on the Board of Management of the Programme for Research at Third Level Institutions in Food and Health • Member of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Doctoral Fellowship Scheme Panel Cross-Queen’s responsibilities included:• Member of the Steering Group of the Queen’s Centre for Health Improvement • Member of the Management Executive of the research council-funded Centre of Excellence in Public Health• Member of the Queen’s Gender Initiative Women’s Forum and Champion of Women in Science, Engineering and Technology Key Institute level achievements included: • Led the design and equipping of the research labs and appointment of academic staff in the Institute• Build up the contingent of PhD students from zero to fifty in 4 years• Led the Institute’s return to RAE 2008. The outcome was that 30% of the research submitted by Institute members was rated 4*/3* Show less

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  Northumbria University

  Apr 2009 - Aug 2012

  Associate Dean and Professor

  Activities in the region and nationally included:• University representative on the North-East Process Industries Cluster Innovation Group• Led the co-ordination and involvement of Northumbria University in the Newcastle Science Festival 2012 • Appointed Member of the University British Science Festival Group and Chair of the Northumbria Programme Committee• Member of the Advisory Board of EU Project ‘Refresh’, based at the Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, PolandCross-Northumbria responsibilities included:• Leader of the University Food and Nutrition Network• Leader of the University Health and Wellbeing theme (from August 2011) • Sole academic member of the University Innovation Projects Group• Chair of the Graduate School Task Group on the Independent Non-Examining Chair• Sole Academic Member of the University Stakeholder’s Group for the implementation of Agresso award management software University-wideKey School-level achievements included:• Increased understanding of how to achieve impact among external stakeholders (beyond academia) of academic research• Raised awareness of opportunities of collaborative working with the private sector• Initiated collaborative research working, including with the Food and Environment Research Agency (York) Show less

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  University of the West of England

  Sept 2012 - Apr 2017

  Associate Dean and Professor

  I was Associate Dean for Research and Innovation based in the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences. In the Faculty I led on Research and Knowledge Exchange, Business Engagement and Public Engagement. I also led on Educational Partnerships (including Continuous Professional Development), and Globalisation. Subject areas included Applied Sciences, Social Sciences, Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery. Activities in the region and nationally include:• Member of the Alliance Universities PVC Research and Innovation Network, including some working groups • Represent UWE on the Management Group of the Alliance Universities’ first Doctoral Training Alliance (in Applied Sciences for Health) • Represent UWE on the Bristol Health Partners Executive Committee• UWE Link Director for the West of England Academic Health Science Network• Represent UWE on the External Advisory Board for the Food and Drink Innovation Centre, led by North Somerset Council• UWE lead on the Coventry University-led Data Driven Research and Innovation project• UWE lead on strategic collaborations with St Monica Trust (care homes provider)Cross-UWE responsibilities include:• University lead for Research Impact• Member of the project team for the Bristol Institute of Technology (which includes the Bristol University Enterprise Zone)• UWE Partnership Lead for two Higher Education Colleges Key Faculty-level achievements include:• Most successful Faculty at UWE in REF 2014• Developed a research culture of team working, mentoring and peer support, distributed leadership Show less

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  University of South Wales

  May 2017 - Sept 2017

  Assistant Pro Vice Chancellor (Research)

  As Assistant Pro Vice Chancellor (Research) I led on research across the University, including strategy and returns to the REF. I oversaw the recruitment and progression of research students and led on the support and development of staff who are engaged in research. I chaired the University Research Committee and REF Working Group. I was supported by colleagues in the Research and Business Engagement Department, the Director of which reported to me. Activities in the region and nationally include:• Alliance Universities Lead for Research Impact and Member of Alliance Universities PVC Research and Innovation Network • Member of the Universities Wales PVC Research Network• Member of the Steering Group of the Welsh Crucible • Member of the Executive Board of the Sêr Cymru National Research Network for Low Carbon Energy and the Environment (NRN-LCEE) Show less

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  Jenny Ames Consulting Ltd

  Oct 2017 - Jun 2024

  Director

  After a 35-year university academic career, including 8 years in senior management roles, I incorporated my company in 2017. We provide:• Coaching to develop talent, especially for university researchers and those in career transition• Personal development workshops for researchers • Research leadership and management, including research impact and impact case studies Other types of work include:• Projects due to a leadership gap at senior level • Work commissioned by leadership development or training organisations I believe passionately in empowering people to reach their potential. It is also important to me that university research, makes a difference in society. I am a Member of the Association for Coaching and my coaching practice is focused on individuals in career transition and university researchers (from PhD student to research leader) who face various challenges. I offer one-to-one online coaching and personal development workshops for groups. All work is delivered on-line or remotely.I have a personal track record of research and engagement success as well as considerable success in leading returns to the Research Excellence Framework, especially research impact. As an experienced networker with a background of working in a range of universities in different areas of the UK, I possess a track record of playing a lead role in several successful partnerships involving a university with non-academic organisations. Sectors included private business, museums, county councils, care homes, and not-for-profit networks. Do visit https://jennyamesconsulting.co.uk or contact me to find out how Jenny Ames Consulting Ltd can help you. Show less

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  Retired

  Dec 2023 - now

  Retired