Research Framework Executive Academic Lead

Shape academic excellence at the Royal College of Art as the Executive Academic Lead for the Research Excellence Framework 2029. Engage with senior leaders while strategizing for REF
29 in a hybrid role.

This part-time, fixed-term role based in Battersea, London focuses on leading the RCA’s REF
29 Strategy from now until December 2028. You will collaborate closely with Executive Professional Services, Deans, and Directors to ensure the submission highlights the distinctiveness of art and design research. Your significant academic leadership will oversee n, including output selection and impact assessments within the evolving national research landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the RCA REF
29 Strategy

• Chair the REF
29 Strategy Group for governance

• Curate research outputs and develop environment statements

• Select impactful case studies for submission

• Represent RCA in external
-related forums

Requirements:

• Senior academic with strong research excellence profile

• Significant experience in academic leadership roles

• Familiarity with s and research assessment

• Excellent strategic thinking and communication skills

• Detailed understanding of UK research landscape

Lead the RCA’s excellence in research amid evolving assessment standards through REF
29 leadership.