Open Research Manager

Eurobioimaging; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Parental leave initiatives

Annual leave

Pension contributions

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Sustainability focus

Job summary

The University of Exeter invites applications for an Open Research Manager. This full-time, permanent role sits in the Library Content and Open Research grouping, leading the Open Research agenda and embedding openness across our research culture.

Hybrid working blends on-campus activities with home-based tasks, with close collaboration across the Research Division, Exeter IT and the wider research community.

Job description

About The Role

Open Research Manager

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

This full-time post is available immediately on a permanent basis.

The starting salary will be from £43,482 to £46,049 on GradeF, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.

This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working - some time on campus and some from home.

The post holder is the library functional expert for Open Research. Based in the Library Content and Open Research grouping within the library and working very closely with the Research Division, Exeter IT and the University's research community, the post leads on the implementation and development of the University's Open Research Strategy. Going beyond compliance with funder mandates and embedding openness as an essential part of our research culture is critical to the role.

About You

You will be innovative and proactive with a strategic perspective. You will have the ability to lead and manage a small team with an in depth knowledge of current open research agendas.

Further Information

Please contact Gareth Cole, Head of Content and Open Research, on [e-mail]

About Us

We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.

You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

Why our colleagues love working here

• Flexible working opportunities and leading parental leave initiatives
• Generous annual leave (39-41 days including bank holidays)
• Competitive pension contributions
• A genuine dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of all colleagues – see initiatives here
• Sustainability and the environment being at the heart of what we do

How we can help

If you’re considering applying and need support to do so, please get in touch with us at [e-mail]. You can request reasonable adjustments within your application or by contacting us. You can also choose to be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme and find out how this is managed during our recruitment and onboarding process.