Senior Research Excellence and Impact Manager

In preparation for LSTM’s REF2029 submission, we are looking to appoint a Senior Research Excellence and Impact Manager to join our Office for Research Strategy and Knowledge Exchange within our professional services function.

You will be responsible for a broad range activities including all aspects of REF (Research Excellence Framework) including providing advice, leadership, coordination, compliance, quality and submission. You will also hold responsibility for developing policies and processes that support the generation of impact arising from our research.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Research Strategy & Development in helping to shape a brand-new department. You will also support the research committee Chair and leadership of the Secretariat, with the ultimate shared goal of creating an optimal research innovation ecosystem to deliver LSTM’s mission, whilst building on LSTM’s world-class reputation.

 Key responsibilities:

• REF
  • Act as LSTM’s trusted REF advisor, managing submissions and related exercises
  • Analyse and interpret external guidance and policy, identifying risks and developing mitigations.
• Strategy Development
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the research strategy, fostering collaborative and innovative
  • Serve as a domain expert within LSTM’s Research Information System.
  • Manage delivery priorities of the broader Office for Research Strategy and Knowledge Exchange
  • Develop policies and procedures to support research impact
  • Maintain management information on research activity to identify opportunities for impact case studies
• External Engagement:
  • Support the Head of Research Strategy & Development and senior academics to represent LSTM at relevant national and international forums
  • Contribute and quality assure information/data returns for relevant HESA

 You will bring:  

• Knowledge and experience of research within a higher education context, including REF, and involvement in managing institutional REF submissions
• Knowledge of relevant funding bodies, their practice and strategic priorities  
• An excellent understanding of broader national policy priorities in relation to research and knowledge exchange
• Experience in a senior research management or planning roles in HE, including assessing research performance at all levels of institutional organisation
• Knowledge and understanding of strategies aimed at generating impact through research
• Experience of the research cycle, in particular horizon scanning and funder engagement
• Educated to degree level or equivalent             

Application process: 

To apply for the position please click on the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM.  

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. 

We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers. 

About LSTM 

Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, LSTM is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases.  Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations, and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics. 

Look at some of the great work we have achieved over the past year by viewing our annual report: https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/annual-reports-and-financial-statements

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies.

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