Research Dissemination and Engagement Manager

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fantastic market leading Pension

Excellent employee health and wellbei…

Exceptional starting annual leave ent…

Additional paid closure over the Chri…

Local and national discounts

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Dissemination and Engagement Manager to lead strategic research dissemination and engagement within HCRI and SALC PS, guiding Teaching and Learning partnerships and supporting programme delivery.

You will manage a small team, coordinate cross-institutional activities, and work closely with senior colleagues to align our goals with the Manchester 2035 strategy, delivering impact for policy and practice.

Qualifications

• Lead on research dissemination and engagement strategies.
• Develop, deliver and evaluate Teaching and Learning partnerships.
• Support research programme delivery and align with institutional strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team and day-to-day operational aspects of the institute.
• Coordinate with academic and research colleagues to maximise impact.
• Contribute to the strategic vision and ensure alignment with operations and Manchester 2035.

Job description

The Research Dissemination and Engagement Manager is a senior member of the HCRI and SALC PS team who leads on research dissemination, Teaching and Learning partnerships, and supports research programme delivery in HCRI and as time allows, more broadly across the School. The postholder reports to the Head of Research Programmes and Partnerships and will be part of the Faculty of Humanities Communications, Marketing and Student Recruitment Team and work closely with the Head of Faculty CMSR (dotted line). The post holder will also work closely with the Faculty Research Support and Business Engagement team, and in respect of TLSE with the School’s Head of Teaching and Learning and Student Experience.

The postholder manages a small number of PS colleagues and has day-to-day responsibility for the operational aspects of the institute, and supports a team of academic and research colleagues. They will develop, deliver and evaluate a strategic approach to research dissemination and engagement, with a focus on enhancing the institute’s reputation as a leading centre and maximise the influence of its academics on policy and practice. The postholder will contribute to the strategic vision of the Institute by ensuring alignment and integration with operations and strategy, ensuring the HCRI’s goals and activities are aligned with Manchester 2035.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working –

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.