Application Information This role is only open to those currently employed by the University of Sussex, Reed, SEF or Chartwells. About the role The University of Sussex Business School is seeking an organised and motivated individual to join our Research Support Division as Assistant Research Manager (People & Environment). This is a varied and rewarding role, supporting the delivery of internal research planning, researcher support, and research governance across the School. Working closely with the Research Manager, you’ll help to ensure smooth operations across a range of key areas — from PGR coordination and research staff induction, to internal funding processes, REF preparation and research committee support. This role plays a central part in enabling high-quality, inclusive and well-managed research activity. You’ll be responsible for coordinating critical processes, supporting academic and professional colleagues, and ensuring that research operations run efficiently and responsively — all contributing to the strength and sustainability of our research environment. You’ll be working at the heart of a friendly and ambitious team, engaging with colleagues across the School and wider University. It’s a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and research-focused environment. About you You’ll bring experience of research administration or a related higher education role, with strong organisational skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple deadlines, coordinating key processes, and communicating clearly with a wide range of stakeholders. We’re looking for someone who is confident navigating policy and procedure, and who can support both operational delivery and ongoing improvement. You’ll have a good eye for detail, enjoy working collaboratively, and be keen to support a positive and inclusive research culture. If you’re looking for a role where your coordination skills, systems thinking, and commitment to research excellence can make a real difference — we’d love to hear from you. About our Faculty As a pioneering research-driven and interdisciplinary Faculty, the University of Sussex Business School offers an inspiring and supportive environment for impactful business and management research and scholarship. Our five dynamic Departments—Accounting and Finance, Strategy and Marketing, Management, Economics, and the renowned Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU)—are dedicated to advancing academic excellence and practical insights to inform policy and drive responsible business solutions. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, the School shapes the future of business education, producing research and scholarship and graduates that make a difference in the UK and globally. By joining us, you will be part of a distinctive, future-focused community influencing real-world practices and promoting sustainable development. Please find further information regarding the University of Sussex Business School on our website. Why work here Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme. Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that. Find out more about our reward and benefits package. Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion. Further Key Information Please contact Ryan Giddings ( ryan.giddings@sussex.ac.uk ) for informal enquiries. The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK. Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role may be eligible for sponsorship. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship.