Knowledge Transfer Manager: University of Salford
A bit about Salford Research and Enterprise…
The University of Salford prides itself on being a civic University with deep roots in its local area, whilst making a major contribution regionally, nationally and internationally, through partnerships and excellence in research, on the global stage. With over 20,000 students and 2,000 colleagues, we are a significant business in our own right and one which is truly proud to be part of Salford and our community.
Our industry collaboration strategy ensures our research is informed by and addresses the challenges and changes within society. We prioritise this collaborative, interdisciplinary approach because we believe this is essential to solving the complex problems the world is facing today.
Our newly restructured Directorate of Research and Enterprise primary objective will be the provision of enhanced support for our colleagues in pursuit of Research and Enterprise activity, growth in Research and Enterprise income, and performance in the REF and KEF. Whilst supporting our ambitions to grow industry engagement and income, enhance the student experience, develop critical mass in areas of world class research, produce real-world impact, and develop a vibrant community of high-quality researchers and enterprising staff.
We will work to support the development of a pervasive research and enterprise culture, through an environment of continuous improvement and excellent customer service, enhancing our industry collaboration activities and driving Enterprise, Research and growth in our capable capacity.
Our success will be measured by the multidisciplinary, mutually beneficial nature of this work, for the benefit of our students and campus culture, making Salford the place to create, collaborate, learn and launch a career.
So, what will the role involve?
Reporting to the Associate Director the post-holder will take a leading role in the generation and management of Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) and industry sponsored PhD projects across the University and will be responsible for supporting the current portfolio of projects, taking a leading role in developing new applications, and managing the business and academic relationships within the partnership to support the ambitious growth plans.
Specifically, the post-holder will increase the level of involvement in Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) across all subjects, to achieve a minimum of 30 concurrent projects at any one time. Responsibilities will include engaging with businesses to generate new projects for the University, working closely with the Heads of Schools & Academics, and other areas of the University where Business Engagement activity is taking place. The postholder will also be responsible to liaise with KT Advisers and Innovate UK to ensure the successful management and delivery of KTP projects.
This is a high-profile position which will bring the postholder into contact with senior and other personnel within the University and externally in companies.
The University is keen to encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates, offering a flexible approach to working wherever possible. If you would like more information before you apply or discuss your personal circumstances then please contact Janet Morana, Associate Director Research & Enterprise at J.Morana@salford.ac.uk