Access Officer

Open Access Officer

Full‑time post available immediately on a fixed‑term basis until 31 March 2027. Applications for secondments will be considered subject to agreement from your current line manager. The starting salary will be from £33,951 to £35,608 on Grade E, depending on knowledge, skills and experience. This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home – and we welcome applications from candidates interested in part‑time hours or job‑sharing arrangements.

• Support researchers’ use of the institutional repository for Open Access to publications and data.
• Facilitate researchers’ compliance with open‑access funder requirements.
• Work within the wider Open Research Team responsible for the breadth of Open Research activities across Exeter.

• Understanding of the open‑access and open‑research landscape.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to adapt to changes in policy and requirements.
• Experience or strong interest in a research enabling/support environment.

£33,951 – £39,906 per year.

Please contact Gareth Cole, Open Research Manager,

We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.