Research and Innovation Development Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you an experienced and ambitious Research and Innovation Development professional looking to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities? Do you have experience working with stakeholders in the commercial food processing and nutrition sectors?
We are looking for a Research and Innovation Development Officer to support the School of Food Science and Nutrition in expanding their research collaborations with industry and other partners. The University of Leeds has more than 50 years of experience in food and nutrition research, with a strong global reputation and core competencies in food innovation technology, nutrition, diet and health. This role will support the University and the School in continuing to develop its ‘post-farm gate’ research and innovation portfolio. You will help to maximise research impact and drive the growth of external income from Innovate UK, Research Councils, and other translational funding streams, through harnessing existing business collaborations and establishing new partnerships across the food sector that align with the School of Food Science and Nutrition and University’s research and innovation strengths.
You will have a degree or equivalent experience in a relevant subject area or industry sector, alongside experience of working with stakeholders in the commercial food sector. You will also have knowledge of funding mechanisms for supporting innovation and a track record of successfully leading or working in teams to develop, support and deliver research translation, innovation, and business engagement in complex organisations. You will have excellent project management skills, and the ability to build and sustain effective and value-adding internal and external partnerships.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Dr Siân Evans, Research and Innovation Development Manager, Global Food and Environment Institute
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 0129
Email: s.h.evans@leeds.ac.uk
Professor Alan Mackie, Head of School, School of Food Science and Nutrition
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 2259
Email: a.r.mackie@leeds.ac.uk
Location: Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service: Faculty of Environment
School/Institute: Environment Faculty Offices
Category: Professional & Managerial
Grade: Grade 7
Salary: £36,333 to £43,155 p.a.
Working Time: 100%
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term (Fixed-term for 24-months)
Release Date: Wednesday 05 April 2023
Closing Date: Wednesday 03 May 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: ENVFO1123
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
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Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
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Onboarding & Corporate Integration
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £36,333 - £43,155 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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