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The University of Manchester

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Research & Development
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in Higher Education, skills in supporting research impact, and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive research culture.
  • You will build relationships with colleagues to communicate research impact, gather evidence, coordinate evaluations, and prepare for assessments like REF.

Requirements

  • The post holder will be a proactive, highly skilled, organised and motivated individual with significant experience of working within a Higher Education Institution or similar organisational environment and a track-record in supporting academic research and identifying, demonstrating and recognising impact.
  • The post holder will be committed to enabling the development of a positive and inclusive research culture.

Responsibilities

  • The post-holder will establish strong working relationships with academic, research and professional services colleagues to help communicate the impact of research, generate and collate the necessary evidence, and share best practice in this area. A feature of the role will be to coordinate mechanisms to record, review and evaluate impact activities, including within the context of a positive research culture. Preparation for internal or external research impact assessment (e.g. REF) will be a key part of this role, working closely with academic colleagues.

FAQs

What is the role of a Research Impact Officer?

The Research Impact Officer works within the Research Development and Innovation team to develop and implement impact strategies that benefit society, public policy, and various sectors, including health and life sciences.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The ideal candidate should have significant experience working in a Higher Education Institution or a similar environment, along with a track record in supporting academic research and identifying, demonstrating, and recognizing impact.

Who will the post holder report to?

The post holder will report to the Research Excellence and Impact Manager.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

While the job description does not explicitly mention professional development opportunities, the role involves collaboration with various academic and professional service colleagues, which may provide networking and learning opportunities.

What benefits does the university offer?

The university offers a market-leading pension scheme, excellent health and wellbeing services, exceptional annual leave entitlement with additional paid closure over the Christmas period, and local and national discounts at major retailers.

What kind of individuals is the university looking for in this role?

The university is looking for a proactive, highly skilled, organized, and motivated individual who is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive research culture.

Is this position open to individuals from all backgrounds?

Yes, the university is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or transgender status.

How can I get in touch for inquiries about the role?

For inquiries about the vacancy, you can contact Rupa Lunan at Rupa.Lunan@manchester.ac.uk. For general inquiries, email People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Are applications from recruitment agencies accepted?

No, the university is unable to accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted by agencies will be considered a gift.

What is the closing date for applications?

Applications will close at midnight on the specified closing date indicated in the job listing.

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The University of Manchester

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Mission & Purpose

The University of Manchester is part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities and highly respected across the globe as a centre of teaching excellence and research innovation and discovery. With 25 Nobel Prize winners among our current and former staff and students, we have a history of world firsts, with our impact ranging from splitting the atom to giving the world graphene. Our outstanding facilities and wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD courses make us one of the most popular universities with students in the UK and internationally. We’re proud to have the largest alumni community of any campus-based university in the UK, with more than 500,000 graduates in more than 190 countries around the world. Our purpose is to advance education, knowledge and wisdom for the good of society, putting our three core goals of research and discovery, teaching and learning, and social responsibility at the heart of everything we do.