Impact & REF Research Assistant (Narratives & Evidence)

London South Bank University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 26.5 days

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working

Job summary

London South Bank University (LSBU) invites applications for a role within its College of Society & Professions to support REF2029 Impact Case Studies. You will work with the Associate Dean for Research & Innovation to develop high-quality narratives and gather evidence to demonstrate research impact.

The ideal candidate will understand the REF in higher education, have strong data analysis and reporting skills, and be able to translate complex research into clear narratives for diverse

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of the research impact agenda and REF within the higher education sector.
• Experience of collecting, analysing and reporting qualitative and quantitative data.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Experience producing reports and communicating information to a range of audiences.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex research into compelling narratives.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and refinement of REF2029 Impact Case Studies in collaboration with academic leads.
• Gather, analyse and present qualitative and quantitative impact evidence.
• Work with researchers to identify and strengthen pathways to impact and stakeholder engagement opportunities.
• Support engagement with external partners, beneficiaries and stakeholders to maximise research impact.
• Maintain accurate records of impact activities, outcomes and supporting evidence.

Skills

Data analysis

Qualitative data

Quantitative data

Technical writing

Report writing

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

London South Bank University (LSBU) invites applications for a role within its College of Society & Professions to support REF2029 Impact Case Studies. You will work with the Associate Dean for Research & Innovation to develop high-quality narratives and gather evidence to demonstrate research impact.

The ideal candidate will understand the REF in higher education, have strong data analysis and reporting skills, and be able to translate complex research into clear narratives for diverse