Vacancy for Head of Research Services (Open Research) at University of Leeds

Digital Preservation Coalition; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research university in Leeds is seeking a Head of Research Services to lead the development of open research practices. The candidate will manage a team focused on research data management and compliance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the university's vision for 2030.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in developing successful partnerships and networks.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate others.
• Proven experience in managing research services or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead change by developing and embedding open research practices.
• Manage a team overseeing research data management and open access expansion.
• Collaborate with various faculties to provide seamless research services.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Experience in partnerships

Understanding of open research principles

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Vacancy for Head of Research Services (Open Research) at University of Leeds

19 March 2023

Leeds

Full-Time

Do you want to help deliver change through developing and embedding open research practices at a research-intensive university? Are you an effective communicator with experience in developing successful partnerships and networks? Do you possess strong leadership skills with an ability to motivate others to achieve strategic goals?

The University of Leeds is one of the top 135 universities worldwide. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 countries and over 9,000 staff from 100 nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education and world-leading research that impacts globally.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a library team committed to delivering their vision for 2030: Knowledge for All. As Head of Research Services (Open Research), you will lead change across the institution by developing and embedding open research practices. You will manage a team and oversee areas such as research data management, funder compliance, and open access expansion. You will establish and nurture partnerships within the faculties and professional services at the University of Leeds, as well as externally. You will collaborate closely with the Head of Research Services (Research Intelligence) to provide seamless services to the research community, while leading related research services portfolios.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of open research principles and practices, with experience in leading and developing a high-quality, user-focused research service. You should possess excellent leadership and people management skills and be capable of building broad-based, successful partnerships and networks.