Open Research Advisor

Are you excited to play an essential role in supporting the research community at Manchester Metropolitan?  

Manchester Metropolitan University Library & Cultural Services is seeking a collaborative and proactive Open Research Adviser to join our Open Research team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys connecting with researchers and professionals in scholarly communication.  

About the role:

As the Open Research Adviser, you will play a crucial role in making the University's research outputs open access. Your responsibilities will include:   

• Supporting the delivery and assessment of open research training.   
• Conducting data analysis and reporting to measure the impact of our efforts.   
• Providing administrative support to the Open Research Manager.   
• Collaborating with researchers, doctoral students, and colleagues across the university.   

This position offers excellent opportunities for professional development and networking. You will use your expertise to:   

• Develop our understanding of current issues across the open research community.   
• Maintain up-to-date information on the institutional research repository.  
• Contribute to a responsive research enquiry service.   

Key Skills and Experience:   

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills   
• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service   
• Analytical skills and experience with data processing   

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for open research and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.   

Join our Library & Cultural Services    

You will join a passionate and empowered team (we are small but mighty!), and an innovative and evolving library service. It is an exciting time for research; with excellent REF results and an effective and impactful Research Strategy, we are driving institutional change in open research and research culture.  

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining your suitability to the role by clicking "Apply". 

Please note: Interviews are provisonally scheduled for Thursday 29 October (29/10/2026)

Get in touch   

For any enquires please contact Claire Wilson, c.e.wilson@mmu.ac.uk   

Hybrid working is offered for this role, where you will be able to work a proportion of time on campus and a proportion remotely. 

We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations throughout the application process.   

Equality and diversity commitment   

At Manchester Metropolitan University Library, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that centres diversity and promotes equality. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or religion.   

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances our ability to meet the diverse needs of our academic community. As an Open Research Adviser, you will play your part in championing equality and diversity, contributing to a positive and respectful workplace culture.   

We are working on making our recruitment process as inclusive as we can, and welcome any queries or feedback.  

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy. 

This vacancy is expected to attract a high volume of applications. Therefore, under the Disability Confident Scheme, only disabled people who apply under the scheme and best meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview.