Open Research Adviser

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks Open Research Advisers to enhance open access to research outputs. The role involves supporting training, conducting data analysis, and collaborating with researchers. Join a passionate team in a hybrid working environment, contributing to impactful research culture.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Analytical skills and experience with data processing.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery and assessment of open research training.
• Conducting data analysis and reporting to measure impact.
• Providing administrative support to the Open Research Manager.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Job description

Job Description: Open Research Advisers

The Open Research Advisers play a crucial role in making the University's research outputs open access. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting the delivery and assessment of open research training.
2. Conducting data analysis and reporting to measure the impact of our service.
3. Providing administrative support to the Open Research Manager.
4. Collaborating with researchers, doctoral students, and colleagues across the university.

This position offers excellent opportunities for professional development and networking. You will use your expertise to:

1. Develop our understanding of current issues across the open research community.
2. Maintain up-to-date information on the institutional repository.
3. Contribute to a responsive enquiry service.

About you:

Key Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service
• Analytical skills and experience with data processing

If you have a passion for open research and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

For further information on the role and Person Specifications, please see the attached Job Description below.

Why Join our Library & Cultural Services?

You will join a passionate and empowered team (we are small but mighty!), and an innovative and evolving library service. It is an exciting time for research; with excellent REF results and an effective and impactful research culture, we are driving institutional change in open research.

Get in touch

For any inquiries, please contact Claire Wilson at [contact details].

Hybrid working is offered for this role, where you will be able to work a proportion of time on campus and a proportion remotely. We recognize the benefits and importance of a culture that supports flexible working and are open to conversations throughout the application process.

We aim to conduct interviews during the week beginning 16 June.