Research Excellence Officer

Location: Aston University John Cadbury House

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 25 November 2024

Interview Date: Wednesday 11 December 2024

This is an exciting time to join Aston University. We have recently launched our new Strategy for 2030, which defines Aston as an inclusive, entrepreneurial, and transformational university. The Research Excellence Officer will play a key role in assisting the University’s preparation for the next Research Excellence Framework, contributing to the development and implementation of systems and processes in support of our REF submission. 

Located within Research Services and reporting to the Research Data and Systems Manager, the post will contribute to the optimisation and implementation of research management systems, and aid the development of dashboards and reporting to underpin the development of Aston’s research base in line with our 2030 Strategy.

We are looking for an experienced and talented individual with a proven track record in using research systems and strong planning, organisation and planning skills

If this challenge excites you and you would like to join the Research Services team at Aston to make a difference, we look forward to receiving your application!

For informal enquiries, please contact Sally Puzey, Director of Research Services, at S.Puzey@aston.ac.uk.

The salary being offered for this role is below the minimum threshold for required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor the successful candidate if they: 

• Are under 25 years old
• Have held a Student or Graduate visa in the last 2 years
• Are already in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa

Please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk if you would like to discuss your eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

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