Summary of the role

The post holder will take a leading role in shaping, monitoring and measuring the effectiveness of Research Governance, Ethics and Compliance. They will create and maintain strong networks with Research Services leaders, the DVC for Research and the Compliance and Risk Department to maintain effective oversight, identifying areas of best practice and supporting improvement whenever required.

You will effectively lead a team of specialists with responsibility for research integrity and ethics and compliance and be accountable for their work, ensuring the development of technical competences, skills and behaviours within the team, setting objectives, monitoring performance, and providing support and guidance as appropriate.

Using your extensive experience and expert knowledge in the specialist area of research governance, ethics and compliance, to lead a robust approach to the design of research infrastructure and governance and act as the University lead on key compliance areas.

About you

We are looking for a skilled and competent individual with a proven track record in research governance who is able to develop excellent and effective working relationships with colleagues across the University. You will lead the Research Governance and Ethics Team developing systems and procedures to effectively support the leadership and strategic research goals.

What we can offer you

• Opportunity to create a sector leading Research Governance, Ethics and Compliance portfolio
• Opportunity to build a strong culture for institutional Research Governance, Ethics and Compliance
• To be creative and innovative in your area of expertise, maximising resources and creating opportunities to improve