The University of West London (UWL) has been named University of the Year for Student Experience in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021. The editor of the Guide has described UWL as “regularly among the top-performing universities’ and that we have ‘proved it is possible for a London-based institution to achieve outstanding levels of student satisfaction beyond other universities”.
Over the last few years more than £150 million has been invested in our campus to create an inspiring social and learning environment for students.
The Department
This role will be based in the Research and Enterprise Operations Department, which is responsible for supporting the growth of research, knowledge exchange and commercial activity of the University. This is a dynamic team that has supported significant new activities over the last few years.
The Role
The key focus of this role is providing a high level of support to a range of academic colleagues across the University and our key external partners, to develop new opportunities for the University uses its capabilities to contribute to the economic and social development of West London. The post holder will support and develop UWL’s academic staff and assist in growing the volume and quality of UWL’s knowledge exchange and enterprise activity. In particular, the post holder will coordinate UWL’s KTP activity.
The Person
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is extremely well organised and has a good eye for a developing new opportunity, and ensuring they are successfully delivered. We are seeking someone who is highly effective and innovative to support the diverse work we do, both with a range of external partners and internal colleagues. The ideal candidate will be able to both support developing new opportunities and their successful delivery.
How to Apply
To apply click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill out the application form. Further information about the application process can be found here: https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0
Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk if you need any assistance with the application process.
For informal enquiries about the position please contact Matt Snowden, Dean of Academic Partnerships (UK) and Director of Research & Enterprise Operations. Matt.snowden@uwl.ac.uk
Additional Information
Our department/school is under-represented in terms of staff from BAME (Black, Asian and minority ethnic) backgrounds, of LGBT+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer as well as a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.
This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.
The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.