Research Impact Lead

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Research Support Unit 

The Research Support Unit has a major role in delivering the University’s Research Strategy 2024-2029. It supports academics across UWL undertake cutting-edge research that has a lasting impact on society.    

In this post, you will take the lead in ensuring we have a university-wide infrastructure & culture that facilitates research impact. You will provide professional leadership and support; help our academic staff develop pathways to impact and identify potential research users; promote the wide use of research findings; and make sure we have evidence about the impact of our research.        

We are looking for candidates who are: skilled in impact evaluation using both quantitative and qualitative methods; able to write and edit to a high standard on a range of complex topics; & have excellent communication skills, including face-to-face and through digital channels. Ideally, they will also have experience of working in a university or other research-focused environment, a good understanding of the academic research process, and a proven track record of engaging stakeholders across non-academic sectors. There are full details of the requirements in our person specification.   

How to Apply  

To apply click on ‘Apply’ and fill out the application form by submitting your CV & Cover Letter.

Further information about the application process can be found here:

 https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0  

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk  if you need any assistance with the application process. 

Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing Monday 8 December 2025. 

For informal enquiries about the position please contact:

Charlotte Klein, charlotte.klein@uwl.ac.uk.  

Additional Information  

Read more about working at the University of West London at 

https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl 

Our department is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBTQIA+ identities, & with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.  

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Please note we do not reimburse travel expenses for job interview.

This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship. 

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.  

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

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