Research Policy and Governance Manager Stoke-on-Trent, England
Job description
Research Policy and Governance Manager
Research, Innovation and Impact Services
Location: Stoke Campus
Salary: £43,414 to £51,805 Per Annum, Permanent, Full Time
Release Date: Thursday 16 February 2023
Closing Date: Sunday 05 March 2023
Interview Date: Tuesday 21 March 2023
Reference: RIIS22-04
Who is Staffordshire University?
We are the Connected University with 100 years of experience and ambition in becoming the UK’s foremost digital Institution. Our main campus is located in Stoke on Trent alongside our Centres of Excellence in Healthcare Education located in Stafford and Shrewsbury. Staffordshire University London’s Digital Institute is our first campus outside the Midlands.
With more than 10,000 Full Time Undergraduate and Postgraduate students on campus, we continue to drive innovation and change, aiming to positively disrupt our sector. For our University, it is about so much more than the numbers. In fact, if there’s one thing that sets us apart, it’s our people who are all #ProudToBeStaffs. Every one of our employees goes above and beyond to deliver on our connected mission, responding to the needs of our students, academic partners, businesses and society.
Over the past 5 years, we have transformed ourselves into a Gold standard provider of teaching and learning, gaining historically high positions in the UK league tables. With digital skills being at our core, we strive for diversity in all its forms and play an important role in our local communities and regional economies.
About the role
Research excellence is at the heart of Staffordshire University, central to our ‘Catalyst for Change’ strategic plan in which we commit to increasing the quality and quantity of our research to deliver a positive impact for broader society. Our Research, Innovation and Impact Services department in Staffordshire University is dedicated to supporting university staff to deliver high quality research that makes a difference to people and places.
We have a vacancy for a Research Policy and Governance Manager. This vital role provides expertise to support the University in the design, development and implementation of its research strategy through the formulation and implementation of research policies and associated governance activities.
We are seeking an individual to bring experience of academic research management and high-level Committee support to work with senior research leaders and professional support staff to shape our research policies and practices. An understanding of national and international research policies and frameworks is essential, with experience of supporting research ethics and REF processes. To be successful in this role strong analytical skills are also required, to provide data and insights on our research performance management.
Our Stoke-on-Trent campus is a few minutes’ walk from the train station, which is about 45 minutes from Birmingham and 40 minutes from Manchester.
Staffordshire University is committed to promoting and enabling a positive culture where staff, students and visitors are confident to be their authentic selves. We focus on inclusion as a way to ensure equality of opportunity for all our people and to demonstrate our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Human Rights. We were awarded the HR Excellence in Research Award in 2018 which highlights our commitment to implementing a fair and inclusive approach to the recruitment and career development of our researchers.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits a diverse organisation can bring for the University.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people, who are currently under-represented in the University workforce.
In return for your dedication, we have a competitive benefits package available
- Competitive incremental rates of Pay
- Starting from 32 days Annual Leave (depending on job grade) plus 11 days Bank Holiday and Discretionary days
- Excellent Pension Scheme
- Access to continued professional and personal development
- An opportunity to become part of the wider University community
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted Health & Fitness Facilities on site at the Stoke Campus
- Discounted Travel by Rail or Bus, with the option of season tickets loans
We reserve the right to close any vacancies when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. All applicants are advised to complete and submit your applications as soon as possible.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £43,414.00-£51,805.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 05/03/2023
Reference ID: RIIS22-04
