Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum (£31,924.80 to £39,057.60 pro rata)
Part time, Permanent
Location: York
Introduction
York St John is an ambitious, modern university with campuses in historic York and London. It is one of the fastest growing universities in the UK, committed to academic excellence and widening opportunity through education.
The role
York St John is seeking a researcher project manager to support the development and delivery of the Institute for Cultural Innovation’s research‑led cultural activities. The role involves initiating and delivering projects that contribute to the university’s research culture, advancing ethical, intersectional, and inclusive approaches to creative sector innovation, and developing and maintaining close links with regional, national, and international organisations and stakeholders.
Required Skills And Experience
* PhD completed or nearing completion, or equivalent professional experience.
* Excellent project management skills and the potential to develop internationally excellent research outputs.
* Potential to supervise PGRs, develop partnerships, and initiate income generation within the arts, culture, and heritage sector.
* Evidence of collaborative and interdisciplinary research activity is a distinct advantage.
* Exceptional interpersonal skills, mentorship, and contribution to inclusive academic environments.
* Flexibility to engage in fractional patterns of work.
Additional Information
The selection process will include an interview. This role is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship provided the relevant UKVI requirements are met. Flexibility arrangements including job share are considered, and the university welcomes applications from underrepresented backgrounds.
Benefits
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
* Pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan after six months service
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
* On‑campus courses, one‑to‑one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Closing Date – Thursday 11 June 2026 at midnight
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