Impact Officer

Package: Management and Specialist grade 6 from £34866 to £45163 per annum. Subject to annual pay award. 

Are you passionate about supporting impactful research and driving excellence at one of the UK's leading universities?

Loughborough University is excited to announce the recruitment of three Impact Officers to join our dynamic Research and Innovation Office, on a full-time open-ended contract basis.

About Loughborough University

Loughborough University is an excellent place to work. We’re ranked top ten in every national league table and a hold a global reputation for sporting excellence. 

Loughborough University is renowned for its outstanding research impact, with over 90% of our research classified as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised globally, earning us a prestigious 5-star rating in the International QS Stars Scheme 2023. Additionally, we are proud recipients of 7 Queen’s Anniversary Prizes, further underscoring the exceptional quality and global significance of our research. 

At Loughborough, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and making a real-world impact through innovative research and collaboration. Join us in contributing to our dynamic research environment, where cutting-edge projects, world-class facilities, and a vibrant academic community come together to drive meaningful change.  

About the role

The Impact Officer will lead efforts to embed, enhance, and communicate the broader impacts of the University's research, aligning with institutional goals and Research Excellence Framework (REF) impact requirements. 

The role supports researchers in identifying, developing, communicating and evidencing social, technological, health, economic, cultural, and environmental impacts, ensuring these are documented for both ongoing strategic priorities and specific REF submission requirements. 

The Impact Officer will also facilitate engagement with non-academic audiences and key stakeholders, building a culture of research impact that highlights the value and relevance of university research. 

The post holder will report directly to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) Manager, work alongside 2 other Impact Officers, the REF Project Manager, the REF Administrator and wider Research and Innovation office team. 

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Apply Now

Apply today and help shape the future of research excellence at Loughborough University.

Please submit your application and CV through our online portal. For application tips and guidance, please visit our website.

The closing date for receipt of applications is: 12 January 2025
Interviews will be held on: 27 and 30 January 2025