REF Impact Research Assistant

London South Bank University; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; 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 Research Engagement role within the College of Society & Professions to shape LSBU's REF2029 submissions and maximise research impact.

You will gather, analyse and present impact evidence, engage with researchers and external partners, and maintain records of activities to demonstrate LSBU's research reach and real-world benefits.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of the research impact agenda and REF within the higher education sector.
• Experience 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

Degree or equivalent qualification

Understanding of research impact

Experience collecting, analysing and

Strong data analysis and reporting

Excellent written communication

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

London South Bank University (LSBU) invites applications for a Research Engagement role within the College of Society & Professions to shape LSBU's REF2029 submissions and maximise research impact.

You will gather, analyse and present impact evidence, engage with researchers and external partners, and maintain records of activities to demonstrate LSBU's research reach and real-world benefits.