Research Evaluation Coordinator

We are looking for a Research Evaluation Coordinator to support the Research Strategy & Policy Unit in preparing for the next national research assessment exercise (). This part‑time role is fixed‑term (0.6 FTE, 1 year) located at 5 Worcester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BX
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• 38 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) and up to 5 extra days upon purchase.
• Generous family leave: up to 26 weeks full‑pay maternity/adoption leave, 12 weeks paternity/partner leave.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Sustainable commuting: cycle loan, discounted bus, season ticket loans.
• Access to community clubs.

Support senior staff and coordinate cross‑cutting initiatives to ensure the effective operation of the RSPU. Coordinate communication for , manage specific , support ‑related committees and smooth operation of the RSPU office.

• Demonstrable ability to assimilate complex requirements and guidance.
• Excellent organisational skills; diary management, meeting and event coordination, action follow‑up.
• Strong administrative skills; design and implement effective processes, cross‑system data gathering.
• Effective communication, both oral and written, with internal and external audiences.
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues at all seniority levels.
• Self‑management: meet deadlines, work independently and in a team, proactive problem‑solving.
• Attention to detail for complex guidance requiring specialist knowledge.
• Professional discretion, confidentiality, data protection compliance.
• Good IT skills: email, MS Office (Excel, Word), Teams; ability to learn new software.
• Experience in professional services support for  or other national research assessment exercises at a higher education institution.