EBRI Institute Manager

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham seeks an Institute Manager for the Energy & Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI). This part-time role involves leading operational planning and team management to support innovative research initiatives. You will bridge academic and professional services, ensuring that EBRI thrives as a center for sustainable research. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership and strategic capabilities. The position offers a salary range of £47,389 to £56,535 per annum, pro-rata.

Qualifications

• Proactive and strategic in leading operational functions.
• Experience in managing interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to create systems supporting innovation and impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational planning and performance tracking.
• Foster a collaborative environment for researchers.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the institute.

Skills

Operational leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

EBRI

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum (pro-rata)

Grade: 09

Contract Type: Permanent

Basis: Part Time (0.82)

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 12 January 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 28 January 2026

Reference: 1543-25

Release Date: Friday 12 December 2025

Are you ready to lead the operational engine of a world‑class research institute? The Energy & Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI) is seeking a proactive and strategic Institute Manager to help deliver our ambitious research agenda.

In this pivotal role, you will work alongside the Academic Directors to bring EBRI’s research strategy to life—creating the systems, culture, and support structures that enable innovation and impact. You’ll lead the operational planning and performance tracking that underpin our success, while fostering a collaborative environment where researchers and staff can thrive.

As the autonomous operational lead, you’ll be the vital bridge between academic and professional services teams, managing day‑to‑day operations and long‑term planning. You’ll also build and lead a high‑performing team, ensuring that EBRI continues to grow as a dynamic, interdisciplinary hub for sustainable energy and bioproducts research.

For full detail please refer to the full job description document.

For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Mirjam Roeder, Jude Onwudili or Zhentao Wu, Directors EBRI ([e-mail], [e-mail], [e-mail])

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.

Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

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