Research and Knowledge Exchange Manager: Institute for Lifecourse Development (ILD)

The Institute for Lifecourse Development (ILD) is an interdisciplinary research, knowledge exchange and practice institute at the University of Greenwich. It has a 100% world-leading and internationally excellent environment and was ranked 37^th in the UK in research power in Allied health professions (UoA3, REF2021). The work of the ILD addresses global challenges and has significant societal and economic impact. Our current ILD centres focus on seven key interrelated, multidisciplinary areas of challenge:

• Inequalities
• Workforce Development
• Chronic Illness and Ageing
• Thinking and learning
• Mental health
• Vulnerable Children and Families
• Exercise Activity and Rehabilitation

The Role

We are looking for an experienced research professional to lead the research support team in the Institute for Lifecourse Development to provide high quality research services to support our growing research, knowledge exchange and impact activities, and ensure we continue to build our strong research environment. You will be responsible for working with academics and research staff to support and lead in the development of significant new research and knowledge exchange opportunities, and to ensure the ILD makes a measurable impact on policy and practice in line with our REF and KEF ambitions. 

The successful applicant will have experience of working with academic research and practice oriented staff and have excellent knowledge of UK-related funding streams for research, knowledge exchange and impact. 

We are looking for a Research and Knowledge Exchange Manager who will:

• Work with academics and practitioners (e.g. in health and education professions) to drive sustainable growth in research and knowledge exchange income, helping to increase bidding success rates and forging strong relationships with a wide range of external partners.
• Lead in advising academics and practitioners on developing pathways to impact and measuring and evaluating ILD Impact. 
• Work collaboratively with business operations colleagues within the Faculty and finance directorate to develop opportunities and monitor their delivery and outcomes.
• Work closely with Associate Dean Research and Knowledge Exchange (FEHHS)/Director of ILD, Deputy Director of ILD, ILD Centre Leads and Practice leads, and Greenwich Research and Innovation (GRI) and lead on identifying, collating and recording evidence required for statutory REF and KEF returns, and to make recommendations on how Faculty research, knowledge exchange and impact performance can be maximised.
• Manage a team of research support administrative staff within the institute and oversee the day-to-day operations of the support function.
• The role is primarily based at the Greenwich campus with the requirement to work across all University of Greenwich campuses on a regular basis.

How to apply

Please ensure you read our Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role. The application process requires the candidate to complete a formal online application. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. 

For an informal discussion about the post please contact the Associate Dean Research and Knowledge Exchange (FEHHS) and Director of the Institute, Prof Rosana Pacella (R.Pacella@gre.ac.uk).

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on peopleoperationsfehhs@gre.ac.uk 

We are looking for people who can help us achieve our Strategic Plan, through the values we expect for our whole university community, of being Inclusive, Collaborative and Impactful. 

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