Chaplin, Mrs Ruth

NCAS Head of Finance and Contracts

University of Leeds

Fairbairn House

71-75 Clarendon Road

Leeds

LS2 9PH

 

Head of Finance and Contracts at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS), based at the University of Leeds. With a professional accounting qualification and extensive experience in senior finance roles, I provide strategic leadership and financial management to a diverse, internationally recognised research center. Collaborating with NCAS Executive Directors to develop and implement organisational strategies, ensuring financial sustainability and robust contract management. Known for my exceptional leadership qualities and ability to drive institutional change, I play a pivotal role in managing NCAS's annual budgets and overseeing complex multi-university contracts, while fostering partnerships across the UK’s atmospheric science community.