Professor David Mattingly appointed Vice-President of the British Academy
Professor David Mattingly has been appointed as Vice-President of the British Academy with responsibility for the British International Research Institutes (BIRI), one of the Academy’s most senior leadership positions.
The appointment will formally begin in July 2027, following a 12-month period shadowing the current postholder. Professor Mattingly’s four-year term will run until July 2031.
The British Academy supports nine British International Research Institutes (BIRI), which conduct research, work with partners in the United Kingdom and overseas, and provide facilities, training, funding and practical support for researchers. As Vice-President, Professor Mattingly will provide leadership for the Academy’s work with these institutes, helping to shape their strategic direction and champion their contribution to research and international engagement.
The role includes chairing key committees and forums, advising on governance and budgeting, and representing the institutes within the Academy and beyond. As one of the Academy’s Officers, Professor Mattingly will also serve as a Trustee and member of its Council, contributing to the organisation’s strategic leadership and governance.
Commenting on the appointment, Professor David Mattingly said: “The BIRI are of huge international importance because of their role in supporting and promoting UK Humanities and Social Science research in a range of Africa, Middle Eastern and European countries. I am looking forward to taking on the role and to balancing the responsibilities of ensuring good governance, being a critical friend and a promoter of their achievements.”
The British Academy is the United Kingdom’s national academy for the humanities and social sciences. Its leadership team comprises the President, Treasurer, Foreign Secretary and seven Vice-Presidents, who work with the Academy’s Chief Executive and senior leadership team to provide strategic guidance, governance and oversight of its activities.
Professor Mattingly’s appointment reflects his longstanding contribution to research leadership and international collaboration and provides an opportunity to help shape the future direction of arts, humanities and social sciences research both nationally and internationally.
The University congratulates Professor Mattingly on this prestigious appointment and wishes him every success in the role.
The appointment will formally begin in July 2027, following a 12-month period shadowing the current postholder. Professor Mattingly’s four-year term will run until July 2031.
The British Academy supports nine British International Research Institutes (BIRI), which conduct research, work with partners in the United Kingdom and overseas, and provide facilities, training, funding and practical support for researchers. As Vice-President, Professor Mattingly will provide leadership for the Academy’s work with these institutes, helping to shape their strategic direction and champion their contribution to research and international engagement.
The role includes chairing key committees and forums, advising on governance and budgeting, and representing the institutes within the Academy and beyond. As one of the Academy’s Officers, Professor Mattingly will also serve as a Trustee and member of its Council, contributing to the organisation’s strategic leadership and governance.
Commenting on the appointment, Professor David Mattingly said: “The BIRI are of huge international importance because of their role in supporting and promoting UK Humanities and Social Science research in a range of Africa, Middle Eastern and European countries. I am looking forward to taking on the role and to balancing the responsibilities of ensuring good governance, being a critical friend and a promoter of their achievements.”
The British Academy is the United Kingdom’s national academy for the humanities and social sciences. Its leadership team comprises the President, Treasurer, Foreign Secretary and seven Vice-Presidents, who work with the Academy’s Chief Executive and senior leadership team to provide strategic guidance, governance and oversight of its activities.
Professor Mattingly’s appointment reflects his longstanding contribution to research leadership and international collaboration and provides an opportunity to help shape the future direction of arts, humanities and social sciences research both nationally and internationally.
The University congratulates Professor Mattingly on this prestigious appointment and wishes him every success in the role.