The Research Excellence and Governance team plays a leading role in supporting research excellence at Bournemouth University, through research ethics, governance, impact, and reporting. The opportunity has arisen for one creative and proactive REF Facilitator to support the REF Lead and Head of Research Excellence and Governance in preparing and submitting strategic research submissions and initiatives, provide expert guidance on statutory returns, and contribute to enhancing research quality, impact, and visibility across the University. This pivotal role involves providing strategic and expert support and information to enhance research in preparation for the REF and playing a critical role in the university’s submission to REF2029. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading output and impact preparation towards future research assessment exercises and will work with academic colleagues to support research excellence at BU. They will also be responsible for the facilitation of research impact and output development and research assessment initiatives, the championing and monitoring of good publishing practice, and open research and policy compliance. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY STAFF AND AGENCY STAFF CURRENTLY WORKING AT BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY ONLY This position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’s Points Based System. Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job. About the department Bournemouth University’s Research and Innovation Services (RIS) team supports the full spectrum of research planning, development and activity at BU. RIS promotes and facilitates a positive research culture and environment through excellence in research, bidding activity, knowledge exchange and external academic and industrial partnerships. This includes support for research applications, award management, and research impact. About us We have recently launched our new 10-year strategy, BU2035. This role and the RIS team will play a key part in these changes, so it’s a great time to join. BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. A job description for this position is available at the top of this page. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at [email protected] .