We are seeking to recruit a fixed term Business Relationship Manager to help drive forward business-led collaborations, knowledge exchange and commercialisation opportunities across a range of divisions within the Environment Research Theme. The position sits within the Knowledge Transfer Centre (KTC), part of the Research Services Function, with responsibility for assisting researchers with building non-academic collaborations, connecting external stakeholders with our academic community, and supporting a thriving innovation ecosystem.
This is a varied and exciting role and to be successful you will:
- Have a strong background knowledge of knowledge exchange and commercialisation policy and funding landscape
- Possess a track record of setting-up and managing a portfolio of knowledge exchange and/or commercialisation initiatives in particular funding applications
- Experience developing and maintaining successful relationships between partners from different backgrounds
- Be capable of developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with people at all levels within diverse organisations
Informal contact details | Alternative informal contact details |
Contact role: | Business Relationship Manager | Contact role: | Director of Research Services |
Contact name: | Kimberley Steed-German | Contact name: | Dr Anne-Marie van Dodeweerd |
Contact phone: | 0118 378 5432 | Contact phone: | 0118 378 6756 |
Contact email: | k.steedgerman@reading.ac.uk | Contact email: | a.vandodeweerd@reading.ac.uk |
Interviews will be held on 18 April 2023
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement under the PBS. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.