Research Impact & Industry Engagement Lead

Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Cambridge seeks a Research Impact and Engagement Manager to support its research department's engagement strategy. The chosen candidate will identify industry partners, aid in developing research opportunities, and promote the translation of research outputs. Candidates should hold a degree or equivalent experience, possess excellent interpersonal and project management skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role offers flexibility with a mix of office and remote work.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Travel benefits and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or possess equivalent practical experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with academia and industry.
• Experience in research grants administration and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Department's knowledge exchange and engagement strategy.
• Identify new industry partners and develop research opportunities.
• Promote translation of research outputs into commercial propositions.
• Create and deliver activities for increasing engagement with industry.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Project management

Communication skills

Experience in research grants administration

Contract negotiations

Education

Degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

A major educational institution in Cambridge seeks a Research Impact and Engagement Manager to support its research department's engagement strategy. The chosen candidate will identify industry partners, aid in developing research opportunities, and promote the translation of research outputs. Candidates should hold a degree or equivalent experience, possess excellent interpersonal and project management skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role offers flexibility with a mix of office and remote work.