Impact Research Assistants (X2 positions)

Job description

About us

It's an important time to join London South Bank University (LSBU) Group. With the launch of our new LSBU Group Strategy, Connecting, we're shaping the future of tertiary education for a global, technology-driven economy - rooted in London.

Professional and technical education has been central to LSBU Group's mission since our founding in 1892. Today, as London's first integrated tertiary education group, we continue to lead the way on learner-centred, skills-focused education.

Comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges and South Bank Academies, connectivity lies at the heart of all we do.

Since 2019, LSBU Group has grown beyond its three founding institutions to form a powerful network of learners, staff, alumni, employers and policymakers - united in our mission: to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership .

We are a powerhouse for inclusive education, enterprise and economic growth, connecting potential to opportunity and enabling people to thrive. Our Group network enables us to create learning pathways and connect people and organisations. This ensures learners are supported through the education system to achieve their full potential and can contribute their skills and energies locally and to wider society.

Our new strategy, Connecting , sets out a bold, ambitious vision for LSBU Group and it's developed in collaboration with colleagues, student groups, partners and stakeholders.

Focused on delivering good jobs for all our learners, we are proud to be employer and skills led, delivering excellent professional and technical teaching which supports future talent and careers to deliver impact for London and beyond.

Working for us

Our ambition is to create educational pathways that empower people of all backgrounds and talents to realise their aspirations, add to the knowledge base, and contribute their skills and drive to wider society.

To realise our ambition, we need people with energy, courage and imagination, who are enthused by our vision and recognise our values as theirs; people who bring ideas to enrich our approach to learning, research and innovation; collaborative people who love creating and spreading knowledge; brilliant people who seek growth and yearn to make a positive, personal difference.

At LSBU Group, you will get to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic culture, which is fuelled by purpose, built around people, and is genuinely diverse. You will be trusted and recognised for your unique contribution.

You will be part of a great team, turning your passion into purpose.

The role

Join our College of Society & Professions and play a key role in shaping LSBU's submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF2029). Working closely with the Associate Dean for Research & Innovation, Impact & Engagement Coordinator and academic leads, you will support the development of high-quality Impact Case Studies.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of research impact and the REF process who is passionate about helping research deliver meaningful, real-world benefits. You'll work with researchers to develop impact narratives, gather and analyse evidence, engage stakeholders, and help showcase the value and reach of LSBU's research.

As part of the research and innovation team, you will:

• Support the development and refinement of REF2029 Impact Case Studies in collaboration with academic leads
• Gather, analyse and present qualitative and quantitative impact evidence
• Work with researchers to identify and strengthen pathways to impact and stakeholder engagement opportunities
• Support engagement with external partners, beneficiaries and stakeholders to maximise research impact
• Maintain accurate records of impact activities, outcomes and supporting evidence

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or equivalent qualification
• Understanding of the research impact agenda and REF within the higher education sector
• Experience of collecting, analysing and reporting qualitative and quantitative data
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Experience producing reports and communicating information to a range of audiences
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex research into compelling narratives

Benefits and How to Apply:

As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here.

The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the &slshquot;Apply Online&slshquot; button below.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 27th November23.59 pm

Interview/assessment - week commincing Monday 9th November

We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU's staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.

If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team [email protected]

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.