"Open Research Team Manager"

Main duties and responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead the University’s Open Research Team and drive innovation in research systems, analytics, and open access. As the Open Research Team Manager you’ll champion open research, ensure compliance with funder policies, and support preparations for the Research Excellence Framework (REF). Collaborate across departments, manage key projects, and strengthen partnerships with external organisations. Oversee the University’s research information systems and the UH Press and support the delivery of training to empower researchers at all levels.

Skills and experience required

Proven leadership experience in research support or scholarly communications is essential. You will have experience managing research systems or analytics in an academic setting in addition to strong data and project management skills.

Qualifications required

You will have a degree or equivalent professional skills and knowledge through practice. A relevant professional qualification in library and information, research systems, open research/scholarly communications management, or substantial relevant experience is essential.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

Internal applicants – please ensure you apply via your employee self service portal.

We regret that we are unable to offer UKVI sponsorship for this post; applicants will either hold UK Right to Work or demonstrate access to UK Right to Work before an offer is made.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Graham Davies (Head of Academic Resources), g.w.davies@herts.ac.uk

Closing Date: 14 December 2025

Interview Date: TBC January 2026

Reference Number: REQ000303

Our vision is to transform lives: At the University of Hertfordshire we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and building a diverse community. Towards that aim we particularly encourage applications from candidates likely to be underrepresented within Library and Computing Services. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people and women in grades UH7 and above.

We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

SBU/Department: Library and Computing Services (Academic Resources)

FTE: 1 FTE (working 37 hours per week). Part time may be considered.

Salary: UH9 £58,225 - £69,488 (pro rata) pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience

Annual Leave: 30 days (pro rata) plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year

Location: de Havilland Campus, Hatfield