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Featured, Retained Head of Research Data and Digital Services – University of Cambridge, Research Office
£66,857 - £77,476 + generous benefits
The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s leading research-intensive academic institutions. The University’s Research Office provides leadership for all research services necessary to support the research carried out across the University. Its effectiveness is critical to the University’s continued position in the top 5 University’s worldwide.
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head of Research Data and Digital Services to transform and optimize services, driving change through innovation and digital transformation, modernising the data and digital solutions underpinning research administration.
Industry Higher Education Research
Function Digital Services Higher Education Research Data Senior Management
Duration Permanent
Type Full Time
Start Date ASAP
You will work as part of the Director of Research Services Senior Leadership team and will play a key role in the University’s ambitious five-year Transforming Research Support Programme to update existing Research Services with the latest generation of integrated solutions that enable more effective management of the entire research lifecycle.
Head of Research Data and Digital Services: Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Research Data and Digital Services team in the Research Office
- Operate at scale and provide the connection between multidisciplinary business areas and stakeholders
- Ensure the necessary business processes are followed
- Participate in the governance of the service, including acting as a point of escalation for the delivery teams
- Manage budgets and work in partnership with data, IT and digital teams to allocate funds based on your prioritisation
- Communicate the benefits and performance of services
- Be responsible for the successful operation and continuous improvement of a portfolio of integrated services.
Head of Research Data and Digital Services: Skills/experience
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience of implementing, maintaining and supporting systems within a large organisation
- Experience of delivering professional customer service to ensure service provision and drive continuous improvement
- A proven record of leadership including contributing to strategic planning.
A generous benefits package is offered including:
41 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), flexible/hybrid working, a generous pension scheme, discount portal, cycle to work scheme, access to the university accommodation service, scheme for the reimbursement of relocation expenses, employee assistance programme, family-friendly policies along with many more.
The University welcomes applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Early applications are preferred and by Monday 25th November at the very latest.
Successful candidates will be invited to attend an interview in Cambridge on 4th December 2024.
For an initial, confidential discussion about this opportunity and the interview process or to request Further Particulars please contact Neil Telfer on +44(0)1223632512 or neil@telferpartners.com.
How to apply
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