Research Data Manager

Grade UE07 £40,247- £47,874

College of Science & Engineering- School of Informatics

Full-time: 35 hours per week 

Fixed-term: 12 months

The Opportunity:

The School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh invites applications for Research Data Manager (Maternity Cover)

An opportunity has arisen for a position within the Informatics Research Data Management team.  You will be responsible for the analysis, collation, storage, reporting and publishing of data relating to research and research performance.  You will play a key role in the co-ordination and submission of the Informatics’ REF return.  You will be proactive in nurturing a vibrant impact culture within the school encouraging academic staff to engage with impact activites.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.  

The salary for this post is £40,247 to £47,874 per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• Demonstrable experience of analysis, interpretation and implementation of regulatory frameworks and codes of practice within the HE sector.
• A high level of numeracy and excellent communication (verbal and written), leadership and interpersonal skills. 
• Advanced competency in use of databases with the ability to interrogate, analyse, manipulate and report on data.
• Proven organisation and planning skills, including a methodical and flexible approach to tasks; an ability to effectively prioritise and plan, strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and to deliver work to tight timescales and deadlines.

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Application Information 

To apply please submit a CV and a covering letter clearly detailing how your skills and experience align with the essential and desirable criteria of the Personal Specification.

Contact details for informal enquiries: Simone Dallas, [email protected] 

As a valued member of our team you can expect: 

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. 
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits 

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. 

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 1 November 2024.
 

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