TERC Network manager

Esrc IAA University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Guildford seeks a Network Project Manager to lead the 'Better Water for All' Network+. This role involves coordinating interdisciplinary research efforts and engaging with stakeholders to tackle urgent water challenges in the UK. Candidates should have a background in environmental science or engineering and experience in project management. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale networks.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects.
• Capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and delivery of the EPSRC-funded Network+.
• Support implementation of activities including event delivery.
• Manage digital communications and stakeholder liaison.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience managing interdisciplinary research projects

Knowledge of environmental science/engineering

Education

Training in environmental science/engineering or equivalent

Job description

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TERC Network manager

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.
The role

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organised Network Project Manager to lead the coordination and delivery of the EPSRC-funded "Better Water for All" Network+, bringing together academics, industry, policymakers, and communities to address key water challenges through interdisciplinary research and innovation.

"Better Water for All" is an EPSRC-funded Network+ that brings together researchers, innovators, policymakers, and communities to address urgent challenges facing the UK's water systems. Through cross-sector collaboration, inclusive engagement, and targeted funding activities, the network aims to accelerate transformative solutions for water resilience, equity, and sustainability, and contributes to national priorities such as achieving Net Zero carbon emissions and advancing a Circular Economy.

The Network Manager will support the implementation of activities, including event delivery, digital communications, stakeholder liaison, and operational administration.

This role is integral to enabling a vibrant, inclusive, and effective research ecosystem that connects academia, industry, policymakers, and communities to drive systemic change across the UK water sector.
About you

The successful candidate will have training in environmental science/engineering, water engineering, or equivalent subject, experience managing interdisciplinary research projects or large-scale networks and strong organisational and communication skills.
How to apply

Please apply with your CV and cover letter on the University website.

For more information please contact Dr Bing Guo ( [e-mail] )