Dean Machin

Dean Machin serves as Chief of Staff at the University of Sussex since December 2022, following a successful tenure at the University of Ports where roles included Head of Policy and Strategic Policy Adviser. Experienced in higher education research and policy, Dean Machin has also worked with David (Lord) Willetts and Trilateral Research in strategic and project management capacities. Roles at the House of Commons and Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission highlight expertise in policy analysis and communication. Dean Machin has held academic positions at University College London and the University of Warwick, as well as completing a Ph.D. in Political Philosophy from the University of Bristol. Skills encompass strategic research, network development, project management, and audience-sensitive communication across various sectors including education and technology.