Director (Research and Knowledge Transfer)

Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in Aberdeen City seeks a Director (Research and Knowledge Transfer) to oversee research and knowledge transfer activities. The ideal candidate will lead initiatives, develop policies, and support grant applications. A PhD in relevant fields, extensive research expertise, and strong leadership skills are essential. This role includes competitive remuneration and benefits, and applications are welcomed until filled.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical and dental insurance

Staff development support

College leave benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive publication and grant writing experience.
• Strong record of teaching.
• Experience in research policy development, management, and administration.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for external research grants and partnerships.
• Support the preparation and administration of grant proposals.
• Facilitate collaborations between faculty and industry partners.
• Oversee compliance with research governance requirements.
• Supervise research support staff.

Skills

Research expertise

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual competency in English and Chinese

Education

PhD in early childhood education, educational psychology, or related disciplines

Job description

Director (Research and Knowledge Transfer)

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The Director (Research and Knowledge Transfer) will lead and oversee the strategic development, management, and implementation of the College’s research and knowledge transfer activities. Collaborating closely with the Dean of Studies, academic units, and related committees, the post-holder will drive initiatives that strengthen the College’s research capacity, enhance scholarly output, and expand collaboration with external partners and funding agencies. The Director (Research and Knowledge Transfer) is expected to hold a concurrent appointment as an Associate Professor and have teaching and research responsibilities commensurate with that position.

This position reports to the President of the College and works in alignment with the College’s research development framework and strategic plan.

Job Responsibilities

• Identifying opportunities for external research grants, partnerships, and funding sources;
• Supporting the preparation, submission, and administration of competitive research and knowledge transfer grant proposals;
• Developing and implementing policies, systems, and good practices to enhance institutional research performance;
• Facilitating collaborations between faculty members, research institutes, and industry partners;
• Organizing faculty and student research seminars, symposia, and conferences to promote a vibrant research culture;
• Mentoring academic staff in manuscript preparation, peer-reviewed journal submissions, and dissemination of research findings;
• Overseeing compliance with research governance requirements, including ethics, data management, and funding regulations;
• Supporting the development and management of intellectual property and technology transfer initiatives;
• Compiling, analysing, and reporting institutional research statistics and outputs;
• Coordinating the College’s research publication platforms and repositories;
• Supervising research support staff and ensuring efficient operation of the Office.

Job Requirements

• A PhD in early childhood education, educational psychology, or related disciplines;
• Demonstrated research expertise with extensive publication and grant writing experiences;
• A strong record of teaching;
• Demonstrated experience in research policy development, management, and administration;
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills;
• Bilingual competency in English and Chinese and an appreciation of the challenges of working in a multicultural context will be advantageous.

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The appointment will be for an initial period of three years, renewable subject to performance and mutual agreement. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including an attractive salary, medical and dental insurance, staff development support and College leave benefits.

Application Procedure

Please submit a letter detailing your suitability for the post, specify in your application/CV your current/latest salary and expected salary, and contact details of two referees to [e-mail] or by clicking "Quick Apply". Review of applications will start from 1 November 2025 and will continue until the post is filled.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted. The College reserves the right not to fill the position advertised. Since the incumbent may engage in work relating to young children, prospective employee will be requested to undergo a Criminal Record and Sexual Conviction Record Check. Overseas applicants will present a police report before appointment can be confirmed.

The College also reserves the right to make an appointment by invitation.

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