Research Enhancement Adviser

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open ended. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 573 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a great opportunity for a Research Enhancement Adviser to join the University’s Research & Innovation Services.

In this role you will be responsible for and contribute to the planning, implementation and management of key research projects and processes. Your remit will focus on strategic projects in support of strengthening and enhancing the University’s research environment, coordination of and processes for the University’s submission to research assessment exercises like REF2029 and driving initiatives to support research enhancement while building networks and relationships with key stakeholders.

You will be a key member of the newly formed Research Enhancement Team in the Research Services Directorate and will work closely with colleagues across the University in both the Colleges and Professional Services, building links between users, systems and data.

The Research Enhancement Team supports the University to develop systems and processes resulting in the enhancement of the University’s research environment and operations; this includes the development and delivery of the University’s Research Excellence Framework submission.

For more information on this exciting role and how to apply please follow the link: www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/appointments/160255/

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1. A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
2. An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions, benefits and discount packages.
3. A flexible approach to working.
4. A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs for more information.

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