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Research and Innovation Office
Full time and open ended, with hybrid working available
Join us and be part of a vibrant community at Loughborough University.
Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:
This role involves working closely with academic, public, private and voluntary sector organisations to scope, plan and manage projects that lead to the successful development and implementation of processes, products and services for collaborative partners. The role also manages the full life cycle of Knowledge Transfer Projects to include drafting applications for funding, recruitment, negotiation of contracts, organising progress meetings and final reporting. You will be a member of the Partnership Development Team in the Research & Innovation Office.
About the University
Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.
At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.
About the Department
The Research & Innovation Office (RIO) plays a leading role in shaping and delivering the University’s research and innovation activities and provides a high quality, added value and seamless service to researchers across the research development pipeline.
The Office incorporates a number of different teams that provide support for: nurturing partnerships and collaborations; identifying and applying for funding; managing research projects and assuring compliance with policy; improving the visibility of research outputs; fostering the impact, intellectual property and commercialisation of research; and the nurturing of research leadership skills through training and skills development programmes. The RIO also works closely with other Professional Services across the University, notably Legal Services, Registry, Student Services, Finance and HR.
The Partnership Development Team manages and supports the growth of the University’s partnership portfolio, to advance the University’s reputation for world-class research. Following the launch of the University’s new strategy ‘Creating Better Futures. Together.’ we are seeking to support, shape, develop and implement the University’s Strategy regarding its’ research, innovation, and partnership ambitions, in conjunction with academic leaders, partners and funding bodies.
The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation (PVC-RI) has strategic responsibility for research and innovation and has implemented a strategic plan to deliver on our ambitions of becoming more research-intensive, innovation-driven, internationally engaged, and impactful with our R&I activities.
About You
Why should you Apply?
With a huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.
If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Kathryn Burchell, via email to kathryn.burchell@lboro.ac.uk.
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Application Process
For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact rio.hr@mailbox.lboro.ac.uk. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.
Closing Date: 11:59pm on Sunday 1 November 2026
Interview Date: Monday 16 November 2026
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.
Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.
Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.
Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.