Repository Support Officer

Location: Waterside Campus, Other

Documents

• Job Description.pdf (PDF, 126.45kb)

About the Job

Interview Date: week commencing 30 September 2024

This is an essential post within the Research Support Team at the University, providing administrative support for all areas of the University’s research repository and current research information system (CRIS), with particular responsibility for research outputs, datasets, equipment, impact statements and activities.

The post will include working closely with academics and post graduate (PG) students to create and maintain up to date researcher profiles, including details of publications and scholarly activities. Providing teaching and training to staff and PG students on using the CRIS platform, focusing on research outputs and activities.

This is an excellent post for someone who wants to expand their existing knowledge of open research and be part of a small dedicated team that supports researchers in all aspects of research support.

This post offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

About You 

Candidates should ideally have previous experience of working in a research support environment in a Higher Education Institute, with well developed skills in Microsoft Office and excellent administrative and organisational skills.

Candidates should have a good understanding of the open research landscape and be able to communicate the benefits of open research to a broad range of people. 

Candidates should be able to work in a role where attention to detail is key, including checking publisher policies and the meta-data for research outputs.

Candidates should have excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences whilst ensuring instructions are relayed clearly and effectively to researchers.

Candidates should be able to work within a team, but also be able to take ownership of tasks, managing their own time and taking initiative as appropriate.

Qualifications 

Essential; 

• Educated to degree level or equivalent qualifications or knowledge.

Desirable; 

• Research administrative and/or Further or Higher Education study.

Right to Work

All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview. Due to the requirements laid out by UK Visas and Immigration regarding Right to Work in the UK, the University can only accept applications from individuals who currently have a status allowing them to work in the UK for this position. Due to this criteria, we regret that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Equality 

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/

Closing Date: 22-09-2024

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