Departmental Research Manager (Economics, Education and PoLIS)

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences as a Research Manager. 

About the role

This exciting new role is key to growing the professional enabling expertise available to our vibrant research community. 

You will work across three departments - Economics, Education, and Politics, Languages & International Studies - and be an integral part of their research leadership teams. 

Your contributions will directly impact the development and evolution of research strategies and culture, as well as the successful delivery of high-profile activities supporting these priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to strategic planning as a key member of the departmental research leadership teams and lead the operational implementation of these plans.
• Foster a positive research culture across departments and support activities aligned with research priorities.
• Design and deliver a wide range of activities that will support the research goals and aspirations of faculty members, research entities, and individuals.
• Lead the departmental research marketing and communications strategy.
• Provide expertise and input into the Research Excellence Framework (REF) process.
• Provide proactive solutions to emerging challenges, offering expert advice and creative recommendations.
• Work closely with Heads of Department, departmental research leaders, and a broad range of internal and external collaborators.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of research across the Faculty of Humanity and Social Sciences. 

You will have the chance to create a lasting impact by supporting research excellence and helping to foster an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative research culture.

About you

If you are passionate about higher education, research development, and want to make a difference in a dynamic academic environment, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone with exceptional organisational skills who is comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that targets are met and objectives are achieved. 

You will enjoy collaborating with diverse stakeholders and bringing your creativity and expertise to develop tailored processes and solutions. 

Your communication and people management skills will be crucial in building strong relationships and driving positive change within the research community.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong organisational and project management skills with a proven ability to handle competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working with internal and external collaborators at all levels.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to generate original ideas and solutions.
• Experience in academic or research environments, with an understanding of the research landscape.
• Ability to manage and lead initiatives in a research-focused setting.

What we can offer you:

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader.

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