Impact Development Officer (110937-1025)
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About The Role
* Provide practitioner support for the development of research impact across the university.
* Work closely with the Research Impact Managers to offer advice and guidance on all elements of research impact.
* Develop a strong pipeline of REF impact case studies.
* Provide one-to-one guidance and group training for researchers.
* Communicate impact effectively through multiple channels.
* Support initiatives that nurture a vibrant, supportive and inclusive impact culture, including peer‑mentoring networks and communities of practice.
About You
We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate candidates with a strong understanding of research impact in its widest context and with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
The Research & Impact Services department supports the delivery of internationally leading research and impact at the University of Warwick. It provides support for research strategy, development, grants and contracts, ethics and governance, research culture, research impact, trusted research, the REF, research systems and data, statutory returns, institutional programme management, and funding planning. It also coordinates institutional programmes and partnerships such as Interdisciplinary Research Spotlights, the Alan Turing Institute, City of Culture, and Eutopia.
About The University
The University of Warwick is a world‑leading research‑intensive university founded in 1965. It is ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK, with 92% of research rated world‑leading or internationally excellent.
What we Offer
* An attractive pension scheme.
* 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
* Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
* Onsite childcare facilities.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Safeguarding & DBS
* Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level.
* Anyone subject to a barring order will not undertake any work with the barred group.
* All employees, volunteers and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
Rehabilitation of Ex‑Offenders
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction. Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels.
Job Description
JD – Impact Development Officer (110937).pdf – 224 KB (opens in a new window).
Right to Work in the UK
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Seminar Contacts
For informal enquiries, please contact Kathryn van de Wiel (Impact Manager) at kathryn.e.van-de-wiel@warwick.ac.uk.
Application Process
The closing deadline is Sunday 4th January 2026 at 11:55 pm (UK Time). To apply, click “Apply” below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.
Your CV should include:
* Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
* The name(s), job title, organisation, and email contact of employee referees to cover the past 3 years, one of whom should be your current or most recent line manager.
Your cover letter should explain:
* Your motivations for applying to the role.
* Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description.
All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.
We are welcome to include details of any career breaks or other relevant information.
Other Information
Interview date: to be confirmed. Start date: to be confirmed. Referees will not be contacted without permission. The appointment of the successful candidate is subject to satisfactory references.
Apply via the official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) by 23:55 on the deadline. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered.
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