Research Culture Manager

The National Archives (TNA) is looking for an experienced Research Culture Manager to lead the transformation of our research culture and research impact across the organisation in multiple business areas which will impact the wider Independent Research Organisation (IRO) and Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums and Academic (GLAMA) sector. Working within a dedicated team and with colleagues from across The National Archives, the post holder will play a critical role in delivering our Research Vision, directing and expanding our research engagement programme of events, communications, training and impact evaluation. 

The Research Impact, Culture and Engagement team (x4 people) is responsible for our: 

i. Impact: capturing, understanding and communicating the contribution that our research makes to the Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums and Academia (GLAMA) sectors and to wider society. 
ii. Culture: our behaviours, values and expectations in relation to research; our research practices and standards; our postgraduate students and academic training programmes; and our role as an Independent Research Organisation (IRO).
iii. Engagement: our internal and external research communications and events, for our public, academic and archive sector audiences.

With a record of leading programmes of change in a research environment, you will have a passion for collaborative work that enables excellent research in an inclusive research culture, actively seeking new opportunities for engagement and impact.  The Research Culture Manager plays a crucial part in TNA’s role as an Independent Research Organisation (IRO) by managing a cohort of research students, evidencing the wider impact of their research, and ensuring that we have the values, practices and standards in place to enable significant and rigorous research across the organisation.

Within the beautiful surroundings of Kew, a 10-minute walk from the Underground and Overground stations, The National Archives boasts a collegial working environment and an excellent Civil Service benefits package. This includes flexible working, an on-site gym, and an opportunity to join the Civil Service Alpha Pension Scheme. Putting you at the forefront of our organisation, we are committed to supporting professional development and training for all of our colleagues.

This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time.

How to apply:

If you are an internal applicant: please do not use the link on this page. Please apply via your employee Workday account.

If you are an external applicant: to submit your application please use the link at the bottom of this advert.

You will be asked to provide details of your work experience and write a personal statement, not exceeding 1200 words. In your personal statement please explain, using examples, how you meet the essential criteria given below. You may draw on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience gained from paid work, domestic responsibilities, education, leisure interests and voluntary activities. Please note selection for interview will largely be based on the information you provide in this section.

We understand that you might use artificial intelligence (AI) and other resources to assist with your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original and doesn’t include ideas or work that isn’t your own. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

Essential Criteria:

- Experience of working within an academic, research or Higher Education setting and a strong understanding of the changes occurring within the wider sector.

- Expertise in research management, training and/or engagement with a track record of leading and delivering successful projects and initiatives in the academic and research sectors.

- Experience of supporting students in higher education, at an undergraduate, postgraduate or doctoral level.

- Experience of working with a variety of academic and research stakeholders, with excellent stakeholder engagement, relationship management, negotiation and communication skills.

- Excellent co-ordination, liaison and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective collaborative relationships across the organisation.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail. 

- Ability to prioritise and work independently and without supervision, exercising judgment on when to consult colleagues and working well as part of an agile and busy team. 

- Graduate-level education or equivalent experience.

Desirable Criteria:

- Experience or knowledge of the archive or heritage sectors. 

- Experience of working on a research project (as a researcher or research manager).

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