Research Performance and Data Officer

Association Of Research Managers And Administrators (ARMA) Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research management organization in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Research Performance & Data Officer to provide high-quality data reporting and operational support within key areas of institutional research performance. The ideal candidate will deliver accurate data analysis, prepare reports, and contribute to enhancing research data processes. This role requires collaboration within a team and offers an excellent opportunity for those passionate about improving research information's quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Analytically-minded professional with experience in data analysis.
• Ability to manage and improve research data processes.
• Experienced in delivering reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality data reporting and analysis.
• Support statutory and internal research income reporting.
• Lead defined projects and workstreams.

Job description

The Research Performance & Data Officer will provide high-quality data reporting, analysis, and operational support across key areas of institutional research performance. Working closely with colleagues in the Research Performance & Systems Innovation team, they will support statutory and internal research income reporting, REF 2029 data and modelling, and a range of research performance activities across the University.

The postholder will deliver accurate and timely data analysis, respond to data queries, prepare reports and dashboards, support training and guidance for colleagues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of research data processes. Although the role does not involve line management, the postholder will lead defined projects and workstreams, coordinating activity across RSSD and wider Professional Services.

This role is an excellent opportunity for an analytically-minded professional who enjoys working with complex datasets, supporting institutional reporting, and playing a key role in improving the quality, reliability and use of research information.

Closes 19th January