ISL Innovation Support Officer

Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF SURREY Research Field Educational sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Final date to receive applications 10 Mar 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country United Kingdom Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

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The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world - which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Innovate Surrey Ltd (ISL)is a key part of the Research and Innovation (R&I) Directorate and is a subsidiary company of the University. ISL’s mission is to support the delivery of the University’s Vision 2041 by translating and commercialising university research into impactful technologies and commercial solutions that address key societal challenges.

ISL is seeking a highly organised, proactive and adaptable
Innovation Support Officer
to join ISL. Reporting to the
Senior Project Officer (Innovation)and the
Managing Director of ISL
, you will provide vital administrative, project, and financial support to the wider ISL team. You will work within the Innovation Support Office, which delivers key services across the Pro-Vice-Chancellor Research & Innovation (PVCRI) portfolio.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoys supporting innovation from behind the scenes. You will be confident managing a varied workload, able to work with minimal supervision, and comfortable juggling competing priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Success in this role relies on the ability to work with minimal supervision while managing a diverse workload with competing deadlines.

• Technology Transfer Support:
  Supporting various stages of the technology transfer lifecycle through data collation, analysis, and reporting.
• Financial Support:
  Processing orders, forecasting, and budget monitoring.
• Innovation Event Planning & Coordination:
  Planning and managing internal events and workshops, including guest coordination.
• Marketing & Communications:
  Crafting content for newsletters and social media and managing digital assets and websites.
• Information Management:
  Maintaining technology transfer pipeline databases and ISL KPI metric databases with high accuracy.
• Office Management:
  Managing the MD's diary, arranging travel, taking minutes, and handling general inquiries.

The successful candidate will have relevant administrative, project or operational experience, ideally gained within a complex organisation such as a university, research environment or innovation‑led setting. Strong IT skills are essential, particularly in Microsoft Office, alongside experience of database management, reporting or financial administration. Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused mindset are key, as you will work closely with academics, professional services colleagues and external partners.

A natural problem‑solver, you will bring initiative, sound judgement and a flexible approach to supporting projects, people and processes that help translate research into real‑world impact. Above all, we are seeking someone who is motivated by continuous improvement, enjoys working collaboratively, and is keen to contribute to a mission‑driven team supporting game‑changing innovation.

• Planning Expertise:
  Good planning and organizing skills, with the flexibility to respond positively to unforeseen problems or changing requirements.
• Financial Oversight:
  Experience in processing orders, forecasting, and budget monitoring.
• Effective Communication:
  The ability to communicate confidently with people at all levels, ensuring a professional image of ISL is always maintained.
• Technical Accuracy:
  Proficient…