Post Graduate Researcher Development Manager

at  University of the Arts London

The opportunity
Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the dynamic environment of the recently created University-wide UAL Doctoral School? We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our team to support the development and management of our new Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme. Your expertise will be essential to the shaping, enhancement, delivery and co-design of our reimagined programme of postgraduate researcher support, development and training.
About you
If you are imaginative and hold knowledge and experience in using development frameworks to develop, manage and evaluate training programmes, in a similar setting but not limited to an educational environment, then we encourage you to apply for this central role in a lively research environment and be part of our team.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for developing people. Collaboration is at the heart of this role, so being comfortable working with diverse teams and influencing change is essential.
You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively with diverse professional groups while upholding principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.
Our culture
We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Application process
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.
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Vacancy Id: 11324
College / Service: Academic
Location: Hybrid – UAL High Holborn/Home
Salary: £43,512.00 -£51,996.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Term: Full time – 35 hours per week
by: 17 November 2024 at 23:55
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