David John Richardson (born August 1964) is a British academic who was formerly the Vice-Chancellor of the University of East Anglia.
His research group in UEA's School of Biological Sciences is involved in investigating bacteria.
Other positions he has held at the university include Dean of the Faculty of Science and Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research, Enterprise and Engagement.
[5] During his time as Vice Chancellor Professor Richardson has worked on a Universities UK taskforce focused on stamping out harassment on campus,[6] and was particularly vocal in promoting the Higher Education case for the UK remaining in the EU in the 2016 EU Referendum.
[7] David's other roles include chair of the Norwich Research Park board[8] and President of the Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association.