Senior Research Excellence and Impact Manager
Contract: Full time, permanent position
Location: Liverpool, hybrid (minimum of 3 days on site per week)
Salary: £47,389 - £59,967
In preparation for LSTM’s REF2029 submission, we are looking to appoint a Senior Research Excellence and Impact Manager to join our Office for Research Strategy and Knowledge Exchange within our professional services function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a broad range activities including all aspects of REF (Research Excellence Framework) including providing advice, leadership, coordination, compliance, quality and submission. This post will also hold responsibility for, developing policies and processes that support the generation of impact arising from our research.
This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Research Strategy & Development in helping to shape a brand-new department. The post will also support the research committee Chair and leadership of the Secretariat, with the ultimate shared goal of creating an optimal research innovation ecosystem to deliver LSTM’s mission, whilst building on LSTM’s world-class reputation.
Key responsibilities will include:
1. Research Excellence Framework (REF)
2. Adopt the role of LSTM’s trusted REF (Research Excellence Framework) advisor, providing professional management of REF submissions and all subsequent exercises, including supporting the leadership team with the development and implementation of REF strategies.
3. Analyse, interpret and adopt external guidance and policy, highlighting potential risk and exposure of the organisation and developing appropriate mitigations.
4. Strategy Development
5. Working with the Head of the Research Strategy & Knowledge Exchange to provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the research strategy, fostering a collaborative and innovative approach. Lead, advise and support as domain expert user within LSTM’s Research Information System.Manage the relevant delivery priorities of the broader Office for Research Strategy and Knowledge Exchange team to sector-leading standards, ensuring a high quality, focussed and fully compliant service is provided.Develop policies and procedures to support the generation of impact arising from our researchEstablish and maintain management information related to our research, and use this information to identify opportunities for the generation of impact case studies
6. External Engagement:
7. Support the Head of Research Strategy & Development and senior academics to represent LSTM at relevant national and international forums related to research and knowledge exchange excellence, sharing best practices, and establishing collaborative networks.
8. Contribute and quality assure information/data returns for relevant Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), including developing local processes to gather appropriate information.
The successful candidate will bring:
9. Knowledge and experience of research within a higher education context, including REF
10. Significant involvement in managing previous institutional REF submissions
11. Knowledge and understanding of relevant funding bodies, their practice and strategic priorities
12. An excellent understanding of broader national policy priorities in relation to research and knowledge exchange
13. Experience in a senior research management or planning role in the higher education sector
14. Knowledge and understanding of strategies aimed at generating impact through research
15. The ability to assess research performance at all levels of institutional organisation, ensuring responsible use of metrics
16. Experience of the research cycle, in particular horizon scanning and funder engagement
17. Educated to degree level or equivalent
To see a full list of responsibilities and requirements, see the job description attached.
Additional benefits of joining LSTM:
18. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 6 additional Christmas closure days
19. Generous occupational pension schemes
20. Agile working
21. Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre
22. Employee assistance programme to support with employee well-being
23. High street discounts and cashback offers
24. Government-backed cycle to work scheme
25. Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies
Application process:
To apply for the position please click on the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter.
Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.
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We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.