Head of Research, Innovation & Knowledge Exchange
Employer: The University of Law
Location: Remote/Homeworking
Working hours: Full-time
Salary: £71,750
Closing date: 05 July, 2026
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Head of Research, Innovation & Knowledge Exchange
We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Head of Research, Innovation & Knowledge Exchange to join our Academic Development and Research team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a research leader to shape and enhance the University's research culture, performance and reputation. Working closely with senior academic colleagues, you will play a key role in driving research excellence, supporting funding growth, strengthening knowledge exchange activity and preparing the University for future Research Excellence Framework (REF) submissions.
About the Role
In this role you'll provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the University's research activity, supporting the delivery of our Research and Scholarship strategy 2027 and ensuring a high-quality research environment across the institution.
Reporting to the Director of Academic Development and Research, you'll work closely with academic leaders, research-active colleagues and external partners to enhance research quality, increase research income, strengthen knowledge exchange activity and support the professional development of researchers across all career stages.
Your work will directly contribute to the University's research ambitions by:
Leading the development and implementation of the University's Research, Scholarship, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange strategy
Driving a culture of research excellence, innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration
Supporting preparations for the Research Excellence Framework (REF) and other research assessment exercises
Monitoring and improving research performance, outputs, impact and research environment metrics
Overseeing research governance, ethics processes and regulatory compliance
Supporting the growth of research funding applications, grant capture and research income
Developing and supporting research-active colleagues and early career researchers
Enhancing doctoral student recruitment, progression and completion outcomes
Promoting research culture initiatives including seminars, conferences, workshops and knowledge exchange activities
Building external partnerships and representing the University across the wider research community
Leading and developing a team responsible for research development, partnerships and knowledge exchange activity
Is this you?
Doctoral qualification (PhD or equivalent professional doctorate)
Significant research experience with a strong track record of high-quality publications
Experience supporting or delivering research strategy within a higher education environment
Experience of REF, or equivalent research assessment exercises
Strong understanding of the UK research landscape, including REF, UKRI and Knowledge Exchange Frameworks (KEF)
Experience of research governance, ethics and compliance requirements
Experience supporting research funding applications and income generation
Experience developing and supporting researchers at different career stages
Strong leadership, stakeholder management and people development skills
Experience of securing external research funding, developing research partnerships, supervising doctoral students and leading interdisciplinary research initiatives would be advantageous. Please note the successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research profile alongside their leadership responsibilities.
Application Deadline
Application Deadline: 5th July 2026 (midnight
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary of £71,750 we offer:
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
Contributory Pension Scheme
Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts
Flexible and remote working opportunities
Support for continued professional and academic development
Be part of a diverse and inclusive community
We are committed to creating an inclusive culture
We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population. We actively seek to increase representation across all backgrounds and identities, and we provide support and adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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