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REF Impact Evidence and Evaluation Manager
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REF Impact Evidence and Evaluation Manager
REF Impact Evidence and Evaluation Manager (Hybrid)
Internal Applicants Only
Contract Type: Fixed-term Salary: £43,482 to £46,049 per annum (pro rata on Grade F) Location: Exeter | Hybrid Work Pattern: Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE) Start Date: August 2026 End Date: July 2027
About the Role
This key position within the Performance and REF team focuses on:
- Coordinating the University’s submission to national research evaluations (REF), including policy development
- Leading impact assessment, performance monitoring, and insights for REF2029 preparation
- Optimising research and impact evidence systems, enhancing data-driven decision-making
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in institutional research strategy, working closely with senior leaders to shape evidence-based policies.
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration to collect and evaluate research impact evidence
- Develop policies and processes to sustain excellence in research and impact measurement
- Deliver evidence-based insights to policymakers, driving institutional improvement
- Enhance research performance monitoring tools, ensuring their alignment with REF criteria
- Champion Data Protection and Information Governance best practices
Essential Criteria
- Forged experience in research impact, evaluation, or REF operations
- Skilled in using notices of impact (e.g. case study preparation), analytics, or digital tools
- Demonsatrate a deep understanding of how research impacts society, industry, or policy
- Can capture skills progression effectively through systems, shining a light on outcomes
- Talent in stakeholder relationship management, building confidence through collaborative solutions
- Affinity for higher education research dynamics and regulatory change
- Attention to detail combined with flexibility for independent problem-solving
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What We Can Offer You
Impact & Influence
- Direct engagement with senior academics, department heads, and decision-makers
- An active role in shaping institutional policy and operational strategy
- Opportunity to lead REF2029 preparation with a tailored, evidence-informed approach
Supportive Environment
- Fit within an impact evidence and evaluation team, driving collective progress.
- Diverse academic challenges tied to 150+ disciplines at the university
Direct to Teams
- Collegiate relationships with Performance, Research Impact, and ERUK delivery teams
About Us
Transforming Careers and Shaping a Greener, Healthier, Fairer Future
At the University of Exeter, we celebrate cultural diversity and contribute actively to social justice. Our inclusive processes welcome candidates from all backgrounds, with a particular focus on underrepresented groups. Building equality is embedded in our governance, granting exceptional opportunities to thrive.
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Globally recognised as a leading university, we have:
- Over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150+ countries
- Commitment to Armed Forces Covenant
- Disability Confident Accreditation to support diverse candidates
Our community drives sustainability, student success, and equality, reinforced by:
- Flexible working initiatives
- Parental leave and generous benefits
- Generation of a culture that matters with 39-41 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Competitive pension contributions
- Underlying prominence on health and wellbeing
- Sustainability leadership, championing environmental responsibility
Support Throughout Your Application
Requests for adjustments or details on our Disability Confident Access Scheme can be directed to hrhelpdesk@exeter.ac.uk. Our team can support you at every step. Healthy application at your institution.
Next Steps
For further inquiries, contact Louise Phillips, Head of Performance and REF, at l.a.phillips2@exeter.ac.uk.
To apply, visit the jobs page and use our full online application system. This role opens via internal candidates—please do not proceed if unwarranted.
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