Research Officer - Impact Development

Full time fixed term 

Location: York 

Salary: £29,959 to £33,482 per annum 

Introduction to YSJ University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.  

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team 

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging. 

The Research Office offers central professional support to all academic staff and postgraduate researchers in the university. You will be working in a small friendly team of research officers and academic staff.

The Role 

The post holder will support the University’s submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 which is the assessment of the quality of research in the UK. The role will focus in particular on impact case study (ICS) development, where we demonstrate how our research benefits society.  

The Research Officer will be responsible for the ongoing development and delivery of ICS, working closely with researchers to compile evidence to support the ICS, assist with drafting the ICS statements and be an authoritative source of support on the guidance for Engagement and Impact. 

Key Requirements 

The successful candidate will have a passion for research and in particular supporting our staff with excellent customer service. Prior knowledge of the REF would be beneficial but not essential. 

Further Information

For informal enquiries please contact Elizabeth Goodwin-Andersson, Head of the Research Office at (e.goodwinandersson@yorksj.ac.uk)

Interviews may take place remotely via Microsoft Teams. Further guidance will be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship subject to UKVI criteria being fulfilled. Please note that we are currently only able to sponsor individuals who are based overseas at the point of applying.  For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Closing Date: 27 Jun 2025

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £29,959 to £33,482 per annum