Research Security Advisor: Trusted Research Advocate

Imperial Enterprise; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and remuneration package

43 days’ annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working policy from day one

Cycle-to-work scheme

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Imperial College London seeks a proactive professional to support its Research Security Team in aligning research activities with export controls and UK legislation. You will contribute to awareness outreach and build capability across departments to navigate a dynamic global security landscape.

The role emphasizes clear communication, collaboration, and independent judgment on sensitive matters within a world-leading university context.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of the research security environment, including export controls and core UK legislation.
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory matters clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• Experience in the higher education sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support awareness campaigns on research security across academic units.
• Develop capability at individual and institutional levels in response to a dynamic security environment.
• Understand university context related to international research, innovation and teaching opportunities.
• Interpret regulatory frameworks as they intersect with core university activities and emerging science and technology.
• Provide advisory support within the Research Security Team to academic colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Export controls

HEI sector experience

Education

Degree level (or equivalent)

Job description

Imperial College London seeks a proactive professional to support its Research Security Team in aligning research activities with export controls and UK legislation. You will contribute to awareness outreach and build capability across departments to navigate a dynamic global security landscape.

The role emphasizes clear communication, collaboration, and independent judgment on sensitive matters within a world-leading university context.