Head of PGR Student Experience - Internal Only

University of Gloucestershire; Leckhampton; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Gloucestershire on PARK CAMPUS invites applications for Head of PGR Student Experience (Internal Only). This fixed-term role, 0.2FTE, reports to senior research leadership and shapes the Graduate School strategy, enhancing the PGR environment in line with the University's priorities.

The postholder will work across the University to develop funding mechanisms, support PGR development, and strengthen ties with Golden Valley, ensuring inclusive practices as part of the academic

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education leadership or PGR programs.
• Experience developing Graduate School and research student experience.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across university.

Responsibilities

• Lead on improvements to the PGR student experience across the University.
• Develop and implement an institutional strategy for the PGR offering.
• Oversee the Graduate School and its relationship with Golden Valley.
• Coordinate with Heads of REF Preparation and Research Strategy and Environment.
• Develop funding strategies for PGR activities.

Job description

Head of PGR Student Experience - Internal Only

Summary

Location:

Location: PARK CAMPUS

Job Type:

Closing Date:

Closing Date: 11/15/2026

Date Posted:

Date Posted: 11/05/2026

Reference:

Reference: SM127

Description

Internal Only

Fixed term contract until 31 October2028

0.2FTE

About the department

As part of the University's senior team, theHead of Research Impact will report to the Executive Dean of Research and theHead of Research Strategy and Environment as part of the senior researchteam.

The Head PGR Student Experience will developand implement an institutional strategy for our PGR offering. They will lead onimprovements to the PGR student experience across the University and will becentral to the development of the Graduate School, with aparticular focus onthe relationship with Golden Valley.

They will be responsible for creating aneffective and supportive PGR environment across the University that aligns tothe University's identity, reputation and priorities. They will work closelywith research leadership across the University. They will ensure the seamlessintegration of University and School level research student objectives.

You will work closely with theHead of REF Preparation and the Head of Research (Strategy andEnvironment). You willprovide direction for PGR related funding mechanisms. They facilitate thedevelopment of a strategic approach to PGR funding as well as a strategy forgaining external PGR funding. The Postholder will also oversee PGR studentdevelopment and support, via a Graduate School.

Please note that this role does not meet the minimum eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Workervisa route.

The University is committed to building adiverse and inclusive staff community and welcomes applications from currentlyunder-represented sections of our workforce. We are proud to be a DisabilityConfident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring that theUniversity is inclusive and accessible. As part of this commitment, weguarantee an interview to applicants who meet the definition of disability setout in the Equality Act 2010 and who meet the essential criteria within theperson specification.

The University has also signed the ArmedForces Covenant, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring that those who serveor have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly and oare not disappointed. For applicants, this means we aim to ensure fair andequitable treatment throughout the recruitment process, recognise and value thetransferable skills and experience gained through military service. As part ofthis commitment, we guarantee an interview to veterans and military spouses/partnerswho meet the essential criteria within the job specification.