Assistant Director (Innovation District User Experience)

Help shape the future of innovation in Bath!

The University of Bath is exploring the creation of a world-class innovation district in the heart of the city, connecting research excellence with business growth, civic partners and global enterprise. As a strategic priority of the University, the Bath Riverside Innovation District will deliver major Innovation Hubs in the city - ground-breaking facilities that bring students, researchers, companies and the community together.

We are now seeking an exceptional Assistant Director (Innovation District User Experience) to join the Programme Team and lead the ‘intelligent client’ function behind this ambitious transformation.

About the role

In this senior role, you will have strategic authority to translate academic, commercial and civic needs into compelling briefs that shape how our city-centre innovation spaces function, feel and perform.

As the University’s representative, you will bring together stakeholders from industry, government, the community and across campus to create outstanding user and partner experiences. From briefing designers and delivery teams to influencing investors, industry and policymakers, you will ensure our Innovation Hubs are not only functional, but inspiring, future-proof and commercially sustainable.

About you

We are looking for a visionary relationship-builder with a strong track record in innovation districts, incubators or mixed-use research environments - someone who can negotiate confidently, challenge constructively and deliver high-quality technical and strategic outputs.

You’ll be helping to underpin landmark £multi-million investments and shaping a place that reflects Bath’s global ambition.

Further information

This is a part-time role (0.8 fte) permanent position and for the right candidate, a competitive salary package is offered.

This role is mostly based on Campus and in the City of Bath, but there may be a requirement for UK and occasional international travel.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Simon Bond, Director (Bath Riverside Innovation District) at adssab@bath.ac.uk or Amy Jeenes, Programme Manager (Bath Riverside Innovation District) at aj2472@bath.ac.uk.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

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