Research and Enterprise Manager

Location: Southampton
Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 19th June 2026
Closes: 16th July 2026
Job Ref: 3442226A1

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities (FAH) draws together a wide range of disciplines into two high-performing schools across several locations in the cities of Southampton and Winchester. The Faculty is recognised nationally and internationally for its sector-leading research, education, knowledge exchange and enterprise, which when combined, create a unique environment for the successful development of more than 2,500 undergraduates. Winchester School of Art is one of only a few specialist art schools based at a Russell Group university, offering a range of UG, PGT, and doctoral programmes. The School of Humanities includes our Digital Humanities facilities which enables study and research through cutting edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre. Between both schools, the faculty also holds several esteemed research centres and institutes including the Southampton Institute for Arts and Humanities (SIAH) and the Centre for International Film Research.

We have an exciting opportunity within the FAH Faculty Operations Services for a Research and Enterprise Manager. In this role, you will lead and manage the Faculty’s research and enterprise administration, ensuring effective delivery of compliance, data governance, and implementation of strategic support for REF, KEF and Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise (KEE) activity. The role provides specialist professional advice, supports key processes and systems, and works closely with the Associate Dean for Research and Enterprise and senior colleagues to implement the Faculty’s Research and Enterprise strategies.

About you

You will have excellent technical and communication skills, with the ability to manage your own workload. You should have a knowledge of the HEI environment, with particular knowledge on on REF and impact. You should have a strong level of proactivity, teamwork, and communication skills. You should be able to provide constructive advice on ongoing R&E processes in FAH.

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