Senior Research Security Advisor

Imperial Enterprise; London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership in research security

Ambassador for Trusted Research

41 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Cycle-to-work

Season ticket loan

Diverse and inclusive culture

Job summary

Imperial College London is seeking a Senior Research Security Advisor to support policy, process and practice ensuring compliance with export and trade control legislation and related international regimes across the university’s research activities.

The role will promote a security-conscious culture, provide expert advice on risks, collaborate with the Research Office, and engage with domestic and international partners to safeguard integrity and independence of research.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK export controls and general research security considerations underpinning legislation.
• Experience in higher education institutions is preferable but not essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work both independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of policy, process and practice for research security.
• Provide expert advice to colleagues on identifying and managing research security risks.
• Co-deliver outreach and education programs on research security considerations.
• Analyse regulatory frameworks and how they intersect with university activities, science and technology priorities.
• Represent Imperial College London in engagements with peer institutions and external stakeholders.

Skills

Research security knowledge

Communication skills

Policy advisory

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree level or equivalent

Job description

International collaboration forms a major part of Imperial College London’s research, innovation and education portfolio, and with such internationalisation we need to ensure that this activity is carried out with the highest degree of integrity and in line with legislation and applicable international regimes. The post of Senior Research Security Advisor will support the continued development and implementation of policy, process, and practice to underpin Imperial’s capabilities in taking a responsible and informed approach to research security – including compliance with export and trade control legislation and connected research security requirements and considerations. As a member of the University’s central Research Office, the roleholder’s primary objective will be topromote and facilitate a security-conscious approach to research that is sensitive to the global context and protective of both the University’s academic independence and integrity.

What you would be doing

You will:

• Help to raise awareness regarding research security considerations and requirements by co-delivering a programme of outreach and education
• Help to develop capability at individual, organisation unit and institutional levels in response to a dynamic research security environment within a global top ten university
• Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of the university context, including as relates to international research, innovation, entrepreneurship and teaching opportunities
• Analyse and interpret how the regulatory frameworks intersect with core university activities; fundamental, applied and emerging science and technology; geopolitical change and academic priorities
• Provide expert support and advice to colleagues in identifying and managing research security risks in their interactions
• Represent Imperial in engagements with peer institutions and other external stakeholders both domestically and internationally
• Collaborate effectively with the Head of Research Security, other team members and the wider Research Office community in supporting research excellence, integrity and security

What we are looking for

You should demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of the research security environment, including export controls and other core considerations underpinning relevant UK legislation. It is also preferable, but not essential, that the candidate should have gained previous experience of working in the HEI sector and be educated to degree level (or equivalent). Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral, being able to work both collaboratively and independently, with a high degree of integrity on complex and sometimes sensitive matters. You will have the ability to contribute to multi-faceted process and policy matters in addition to offering accurate technical and regulatory advice in specific cases.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to develop genuine leadership and expertise in the field of Research security.
• To become an ambassador for Trusted (Secure) Research Principles.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

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