Overview
The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology is seeking a Research Impact and Engagement Manager to lead the department's knowledge exchange and engagement strategy.
Ranked 1st in Europe and 3rd in the world, the department hosts a vibrant research community of 32 principal investigators, 50 research staff, and 150 postgraduate students. Delivering a high-quality research support service that adapts to the changing funding landscape is crucial to our strategy, underpinning our vital funding streams and research excellence.
Responsibilities
* Report to the Deputy Head of Department (Research) and work in partnership with academics, external professional service teams, and businesses to maximize research impact.
* Develop strategic partnerships with industry and learned societies, and identify new industry partners.
* Support the translation of research outputs into commercial propositions and provide contractual, commercial, and intellectual property management advice.
* Establish an industrial engagement strategy for the Centre for Doctoral Training in Sensor Technologies and other postgraduate initiatives, supporting a new industrial student support network.
* Represent the department within the School of Technology/School of Physical Sciences Impact Hub and liaise with the Knowledge Transfer Facilitators and broader university teams.
* Liaise with regional and national organisations across the Cambridge Cluster and Knowledge Transfer Networks to bridge connections between businesses and academics.
* Provide strategic guidance, deliver training workshops to the academic community, and produce critical impact case studies and reports for institutional steering groups.
* Travel nationally and internationally as required to cultivate relationships.
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent qualification/experience in an engineering, mathematical, or science discipline (a PhD is desirable).
* Demonstrated experience liaising with senior staff across academia and industry, managing projects, and preparing collaborative research proposals.
* Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
* Strong analytical and numeracy skills, and proven track record in contract development or research grant administration.
Benefits and Details
The University offers a generous benefits package and a competitive pension scheme. Fixed-term funding is available for 4 years in the first instance. Flexible working arrangements are welcomed.
EEO Statements
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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