Director of Research Policy

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom UNIVERSITIES UK Full time

Job Summary

The Director of Research Policy will play a key role in shaping the future of higher education and research policy at Universities UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful team and contribute to the development, leadership, and influence of policy on research and development (R&D) on behalf of UUK's member universities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead projects and programmes of work across different high-profile and complex areas within R&D policy.
  • Identify priority policy issues for UUK and develop new thinking that is credible and influential.
  • Lead and motivate a team to achieve goals and have a strong understanding of the evidence and political environment in which universities operate.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve policy objectives and contribute to the growth and success of Universities UK.

Working Arrangements

Universities UK operates a hybrid working framework, allowing employees to work from home and in the office. The Director of Research Policy will be expected to spend 40% of their time in the office or meeting face-to-face with stakeholders, with the remaining 60% worked from home.

Secondment Opportunity

Universities UK is also considering applications from candidates interested in undertaking the role as a secondment.


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