International Governance Support Specialist (786742)

University of Strathclyde - Research and Knowledge Exchange Services Directorate

Placed On: 2nd February 2026

Closes: 22nd February 2026

Job Ref: 786742

Who We Are

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university, driven by our founding mission to be a “place of useful learning.” We are recognised for our socially progressive values, world-class research, and strong partnerships with industry, government, and global institutions to address pressing societal challenges.

Our central research office, Research and Knowledge Exchange Services (RKES), plays a pivotal role in supporting the University’s research and innovation ecosystem. RKES provides expert services across the full research and knowledge exchange lifecycle, including research funding, contractual agreements, international partnerships, impact and public engagement, and network development. We are a diverse, collaborative, and welcoming team, working closely with academic and professional colleagues across the institution and beyond.

In 2023, RKES established the International Governance Support function to strengthen the University’s approach to Trusted Research & Innovation (TR&I). This team leads on embedding TR&I principles across the institution, providing expert policy guidance, training, and operational support. It also acts as a central triage point for TR&I-related enquiries and manages export control licence applications on behalf of the University. The team maintains key external relationships across the sector and with government bodies to ensure compliance and best practice.

RKES is based in the Graham Hills Building on the John Anderson Campus, located in the heart of Glasgow.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable individual to join our dynamic International Governance Support team as an International Governance Support Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in shaping and advancing the University’s TR&I strategy.

The successful candidate will enhance our institutional capability in this critical area, ensuring that all research-related activities are considered through a TR&I lens and conducted in line with relevant legislation, funder requirements, and University governance procedures.

TR&I is an increasingly vital area for all UK Higher Education Institutions, and particularly for Strathclyde as a globally engaged, research-intensive university with extensive international and cross-sector collaborations.

The TR&I agenda encompasses a range of complex and evolving issues, including:

• Legal compliance (e.g. Export Control, Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS), National Security & Investment Act, Foreign Influence Registration Scheme)
• Funder and contractual obligations (e.g. due diligence and trusted research requirements embedded in UKRI terms and conditions)
• Best practice in research security (e.g. cyber security, data protection, and reputational risk management)

Strathclyde’s approach to TR&I is a cornerstone of our commitment to internationally leading research and underpins our Strathclyde 2030 strategic vision. It ensures that we protect our people, our research, and our institutional reputation while continuing to collaborate globally with confidence and integrity.

This role offers a rare opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the International Governance Support team, RKES, and the wider University community while navigating and shaping responses to a dynamic and increasingly critical regulatory landscape.

For informal enquiries, please contact Jonathan Scott, International Governance Support Manager.

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