Head of Research Excellence and Research Strategy

Salary Range

£57,696 – £64,914 pro rata per annum

School/Department

Research and Innovation Services

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have helped to shape the city in which we belong. We work tirelessly with the people of Liverpool and the city region to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of everything we do.

This exciting, leadership role is based within Research and Innovation Services and works within the context of the University’s Strategy 2030.  The post holder will directly work with the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC) for Research & Knowledge Exchange in the implementation of the University Research and Knowledge Exchange Plan (RKE Plan) and ensure that the review of related key performance indicators is fully coordinated across the University.  The role will lead the University’s strategic responses and organisational preparation for the next Research Excellence Framework (REF2029); working collaboratively across the university with researchers, Faculties, Research Institutes and Centres, Unit of Assessment leads, the Doctoral Academy and Professional Service colleagues.  In addition to overseeing all elements of REF2029 you will provide a particular focus on promoting a strong and developmental approach to research culture and environment across the University. You will lead, and line manage the expert Impact and Public Engagement team, to support continuous improvement in the quality and impact of the research and knowledge exchange work undertaken at LJMU.

You will be responsible for the strategic development and continuing provision of research information management systems to support the University’s research and knowledge exchange functions.  Additionally, you will use these systems to provide detailed management information to input to institutional strategic decisions.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across teams within Research and Innovation Services, other professional services as well as academics within our faculty structure you will form part of the RIS management team, be a member of the University Research and Knowledge Exchange Committee (URKEC) and take on projects and responsibilities commensurate with the position and grading of the role.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief.  All our appointments are made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.