Researcher Developer

Job title:

Researcher Developer

Company

University of Warwick

Job description

For informal enquiries, please contact Michele Underwood at M.Underwood.2@warwick.ac.uk.We are excited to announce a new role within the Doctoral College that offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and delivery of our expanding, innovative Researcher Development (PGR) program. This role involves delivering a research-based and evidence-informed curriculum that provides a comprehensive approach to postgraduate researcher (PGR) learning and development.As a Researcher Developer, you will join a small team dedicated to delivering a high-impact and well-respected program for PGRs across the University. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the program’s development and direction, take autonomy over their teaching and coaching, design termly programs, and manage daily operations.The role emphasizes the development of strategic learning interventions that provide an inclusive, well-rounded approach to PGR development. This equips researchers to work across various sectors, adapt to change, and manage contemporary challenges. Candidates should have in-depth knowledge and experience in doctoral research, strong pedagogical skills, and preferably coaching experience or a willingness to train.To excel in this role, strong communication, planning, and administrative skills are essential.About YouThe ideal candidate will have a PhD in any discipline or equivalent professional experience. You should be passionate about making a positive impact on our PGR community, fostering a culture where PGRs can achieve their full potential. A deep understanding of the research landscape, the role of researchers in contemporary settings, and the complex demands on researchers and their supporting institutions is crucial. Additionally, you should have a solid grasp of the contribution of research to both the University and the broader global economy.As a member of the Doctoral College, you will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a commitment to excellence in our work, partnerships, and joint projects.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Researcher Development Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, delivering, commissioning, and evaluating development opportunities and resources that support PGRs’ practices.
• Promoting an inclusive and accessible space for PGR participation through key areas of development, topics, themes, and delivery formats.
• Contributing to the provision of primarily online workshops tailored to each specific group, incorporating performance and development coaching strategies, reflective learning and action learning practices.
• Enabling PGRs to create and sustain strong professional identities that support their future success.
• Encouraging and maintaining the development and use of SkillsForge
• Enhancing the overall profile of the Doctoral College by taking responsibility for identified activities and initiatives.
• Collecting and reporting on the impact of practices and development of PGRs.
• Building and nurturing effective relationships with University communities and external partners, and supporting strategic projects designed to enhance the PGR experience.
• Ensure clear communication of the PGR development offerings, utilising social media channels effectively.
• Participate in relevant continuing professional development (CPD) and personal scholarship to enhance your professional skills.
• Perform any other duties, appropriate to the grade of the post, as assigned by the Researcher Development Manager and Senior Colleagues of Doctoral College.

Join us in making a meaningful difference to our PGR community and advancing our mission of excellence in researcher development.For more information on the Researcher Development Programme please check our websiteAbout the DepartmentThe Doctoral College is the central team with oversight of all postgraduate research degrees. We are involved in a wide variety of activities in support of PGRs which requires liaising with every academic department and most professional services teams, as well as PGRs themselves. We are a small but vibrant team which works flexibly to ensure we provide excellence of service while maintaining healthy life/work balances. Please check out our website for more informationAbout the UniversityBorn in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.*QS World University Rankings 2024** Research Excellence Framework 2021To find out more about us visit ourHow to ApplyCLOSING DATE: Thursday 20 June 2024 at 11.45pmTo apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).Please attach a CV and cover letter.

• Your CV should include your most recent employment experience, any other relevant experience, and education history.
• Your cover letter must detail how you meet each of the essential criteria found in the Job Description document below (desirable criteria too, where possible).

Please see for guidance on writing a cover letter. We highly recommend using individual criteria as headers and giving examples below, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications via our official website, .Interview Date: TBCStart Date: TBCWhat we OfferWe will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click .We are proud to say that we are a .If you are considering relocating to the UK, read our to find out more about what Warwick has to offer and what might be involved in the process.Our Commitment to InclusionWarwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages .The University currently holds a , and a . The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the .Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)The University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against anyone who makes a Disclosure relating to a conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the University’s Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.Job Description

Expected salary

£33966 – 44263 per year

Location

Coventry

Job date

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 05:51:12 GMT

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