Senior Research Culture Officer

Hours: Full-time or part-time hours considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE. Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Contract: To 31^st July 2025 in the first instance  

Closing date: 12 December 2023. Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date.

Expected Interview date: To be confirmed

Expected start date: January 2024

Applications are invited for this post in Research and Enterprise Services, which is responsible for providing professional services and support for the University’s research and enterprise activities with the post based in the Research Development and Initiatives (ResDI) team. Working as part of the ResDI team, you will:

• Co-ordinate the provision of support, working with colleagues across the University, ensuring that the projects are delivered smoothly
• Research, write, collate, organise and edit material for inclusion in communications (for internal and external audiences)
• Developing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with managers, colleagues, and other service areas demonstrating professional credibility

You must have excellent organisational abilities, excellent communication skills, be highly numerate and have a knowledge of research and knowledge exchange. You will have the interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with colleagues across the University's academic and professional services staff and with external partners, where necessary.

Please contact Lorna Hards l.hards@sussex.ac.uk for informal enquiries.

About our Division

The Research and Enterprise Division is leading developer of ideas and innovations that contributes to the Global Community. We contribute to new knowledge, ideas, and solutions. This leads to real change in the world and makes a difference in our lives. Our Strategy focuses on People, Research Strengths, Interdisciplinarity, Integrity, Grant Capture, and International Reputation. Last year alone we submitted 681 bids, received 230 awards, completed the set-up of 227 projects just to give an idea of how dynamic our Division is.

For full details and how to apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button above

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK. 

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