Regional Innovation Partnerships Director (Hybrid)

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work pattern

Disability Confident employer

Job summary

University of Plymouth is seeking a Programme Director to lead the £20m Local Innovation Partnership Fund (LIPF) across the South West. The role reports to the Director of Research, Partnerships and Innovation, and is co-located within the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

You will drive strategic delivery, engage with partners, and secure investment for future projects. The position is on-site 3 days a week, with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Candidate has proven ability to lead large, multi-partner innovation programmes.
• Experience delivering UKRI-funded or regional development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Have overall responsibility for effective delivery of LIPF programme objectives, meeting funder requirements.
• Lead identification, development and management of strategic partnerships across industry, public sector, and community organisations.
• Engage with regional, national, and international partners to promote LIPF and align with wider initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Partnership development

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

University of Plymouth is seeking a Programme Director to lead the £20m Local Innovation Partnership Fund (LIPF) across the South West. The role reports to the Director of Research, Partnerships and Innovation, and is co-located within the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

You will drive strategic delivery, engage with partners, and secure investment for future projects. The position is on-site 3 days a week, with hybrid working options.