Senior Impact Acceleration Account Officer

Location: Aston University John Cadbury House Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/03/2028) Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 08 July 2024 Interview Date: Wednesday 24 July 2024 Are you looking for a new challenge? We’re seeking an exceptional individual to play a central role in the delivery of our new £1.25m ESRC IAA 2023-28 programme, and our £564,000 EPSRC IAA 2022-25 programme. You’ll be providing advice and support to applicants and award holders, organising a range of impact-related events in conjunction with external partners, and producing regular reports on the impact which has been achieved by our IAAs.  You’ll be based in the University’s Research Services team and will report to and work closely with the University Impact Manager, who also manages our ESRC and EPSRC IAAs. You’ll also work closely with the Academic Discipline Leads for our ESRC and EPSRC IAAs, and with the IAA Administrator.  The successful candidate will join a friendly and supportive Research Impact Team which is dedicated to helping researchers to optimise the real-world impact of their research at every level from local communities to the global economy and society.   We’re looking for an individual who has experience contributing to the management of budgets or funds, and an understanding of research impact and the pathways for achieving it in a higher education context. We’re also seeking someone who has experience of event management; excellent organisational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong numeracy and analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. What we offer: Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train. Excellent training and development opportunities. A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days. Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers. Great family-friendly policies. On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available. Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here. Whilst you will be required to live within a commutable distance from the Aston campus, hybrid working is available and is negotiable. The University is committed to dynamic working. If you have any queries about the post, please contact Dr Liz Fawcett, University Impact Manager at l.fawcett@aston.ac.uk Further details:    Job Details     Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles. If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk.