Researcher Development Manager

DMU is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience. 

A culturally rich university with a palpable commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. The university is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that never surrenders to convention. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers demand.

Faculty / Directorate

The Research Services Directorate provides specialist support to the DMU research community, supporting the delivery of ambitious research objectives as the institution broadens and deepens its research portfolio.

Role 

This is a key role in the university, leading, developing and managing the professional and academic development portfolio for researchers at DMU, from research students through to senior researchers and principal investigators. The Researcher Development Manager also lead on the University’s compliance on relevant charter activities (e.g. the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers), run and report on key researcher surveys, and support the development of bids for studentships and fellowships. The role will be critical to enriching the research environment at DMU.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a proven track record in researcher development, with an excellent understanding of researcher development needs and able to design attractive and fit-for-purpose development programmes by career stage, highly numerate and adept at analyzing and interpreting data for a range of different audiences, and able to develop excellent and effective working relationships with colleagues across the University.

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