Innovation Partnerships Manager

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We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

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From Newcastle. For the world.

Help shape the next generation of innovation

At Newcastle University, we are redefining what it means to be a world‑class civic university. Through our Next Generation Newcastle transformation, we are making a generational commitment to shape a better future—delivering research, education and innovation that creates real-world impact locally and globally.

This is a moment of exciting change. We are strengthening our focus on partnerships, place and innovation to unlock the full value of our research and talent—working with business, government and communities to tackle the challenges that matter most.

As part of this, we have transformed our Knowledge Exchange function and created Newcastle Innovations —bringing together expertise in commercialisation, partnerships and engagement into a more integrated, ambitious and outward-facing model. We are building a dynamic innovation ecosystem that accelerates the journey from discovery to impact, connecting our strengths in health, energy, data and creative practice with real-world needs and opportunities.

If you are ambitious about innovation with purpose—and want to shape how a leading university delivers growth, impact and societal benefit—this is your opportunity.

Innovation Partnerships Manager

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to play a central role in developing and delivering Newcastle University's innovation partnerships.

As Innovation Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development, management and delivery of strategic partnerships that enhance the University's research, education and innovation impact. You will work at the interface between academia and external organisations—connecting capabilities, opportunities and ambitions to create high‑value, long‑term collaborations.

Working closely with the Head of Innovation Partnerships and senior colleagues across Newcastle Innovations and the University, you will help shape and deliver a university‑wide approach to partnership development—supporting growth across key sectors, themes and strategic priorities.

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