PGR Training and Development Specialist

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Hours: Part time 0.7 FTE (24.5 hours)

Brunel University of London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home.

The PGR support team sits within the award-winning Student Professional Development Centre, a professional services department dedicated to empowering students and graduates to achieve successful career outcomes.

Student Professional Development | Brunel University of London

As the Postgraduate Researcher (PGR) Training and Development Specialist, you will lead the design and delivery of a sector-leading professional development programme for Brunel’s doctoral research community. Alongside shaping the annual programme of workshops, courses, and development opportunities, you will personally deliver engaging and innovative training sessions that support researcher growth and success. Working closely with the PGR Academic Lead, you will ensure the programme aligns with the Researcher Development Framework (RDF) 2025 and Concordat commitments.

Using your collaborative and proactive approach, you will work in partnership with academic and professional services colleagues to maximise engagement and participation across the PGR community. You will also bring substantial knowledge of the postgraduate research landscape, developing national partnerships and connections that enable Brunel doctoral researchers to access wider training, networking, and professional development opportunities.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 30 June (23:59)

Interviews will take place in person on TBC.

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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University of London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.