University REF Manager

Newcastle University; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle University is seeking a Research Excellence Framework (REF) Manager to co-ordinate the University's REF2029 submission. The role requires working with senior colleagues to plan, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with Research England deadlines.

The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of the REF, strong project management experience, and excellent stakeholder engagement skills to support strategic decision-making across the university.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) and related processes.
• Proven track record in research management and coordinating complex projects.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to advise and inform decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the University's REF2029 submission in line with Research England deadlines.
• Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders across the university to plan and track progress.
• Analyse data to support strategic decision-making and optimise the submission quality.

Skills

REF knowledge

Project management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Job description

Company description:

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The Role

Newcastle University is seeking to recruit a Research Excellence Framework (REF) Manager, to co-ordinate the University's submission to REF2029. This is an exciting, high-profile position working with colleagues at a senior level across the University to project manage the preparation of the University's REF submission in accordance with Research England requirements and deadlines. Applicants must have a thorough understanding of the research process and the REF with a proven track record in research management. The postholder will require strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships, providing information and advice to support decision-making with a view to optimising the University's submission. As University Research Excellence Framework (REF) Manager, you will co-ordinate the University's submission to REF2029, working closely with senior management including the PVC Research & Innovation and stakeholders from across the university. Experience of complex project management together with strong analytical skills and experience of utilising data to inform strategic decision making are essential.

This role is fixed term until March 2029.

£48,337 to £51,258 with progression to £57,666 per annum