Bradford Researcher Development Framework Manager

The University of Bradford seeks applications for an exciting opportunity to lead the deployment of a dedicated Bradford Researcher Development Framework team. This new team is an important part of the University's Research and Innovation Strategy which is built around a commitment to developing an inclusive research culture across all levels and within all faculties of the University. 

The Bradford ResearcHer Development Framework Manager will drive forward investment aimed at empowering our staff and postgraduate students with the necessary opportunities to reach their full potential. This new role will lead on the design, co-ordination and implementation of strategies around the Bradford Researcher Development Framework in order to deliver a high quality experience for research staff.

The successful candidate will have demonstratable experience of designing and delivering successful researcher development programmes across an institution. This will include experience of ensuring that internal provision evolves alongside changes in the wider external policy and regulatory landscape for researcher development, research culture, and postgraduate researcher support.

We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups, including Black and Ethnic Minorities, LGBTQ+, disabled and neurodivergent candidates. 

Informal enquiries about the role should be addressed to Dr Liam Sutton, Associate Director Research & Innovation (l.r.sutton@bradford.ac.uk).

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Confronting Inequality : Celebrating Diversity

At the University of Bradford we accept people for who they are regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or socio-economic background and whether you’re pregnant or on maternity leave.  

In line with the University’s commitment to equality charters including Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Disability Confident and Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme, we welcome applications from people identifying with these characteristics.  The University has a number of staff networks which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff who hold these and other identities.

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