The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to the successful development and delivery of the Evidence Exchange (EvEX), an ESRC funded infrastructure investment aimed at improving the use of evidence and expertise in public policy by creating opportunities for public policy professionals and academic researchers to learn from each other. The post holder will contribute to the design of initiatives, development of programme content and implementation of activities, and make the logistical arrangements for the programme in Scotland. The Project Coordinator will work within a small team at Edinburgh, coordinating with counterparts at University of Cambridge as the lead institution, hubs for Wales (University of Swansea) and Northern Ireland (Queens University Belfast) and for local government (University of Manchester), as well as colleagues across other partner institutions and organisations.

Requirements

• Excellent understanding of the U research-policy interface and a genuine interest in public policy.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels of seniority.
• Experience of conducting desk based research, with ability to digest complex information and utilise this for programme delivery.
• Ability to do accurate record keeping for reporting and conduct evaluation and monitoring activities.

This post is full time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering 0.8FTE or flexible working patterns. The University of Edinburgh operates a hybrid working policy based on business need. We envisage a minimum of at least one day per week on-campus attendance for in person meetings and team anchor days, and as needed in-person for business tasks/deliverables. Some UK travel and occasional evening work will be required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of initiatives.
• Develop programme content.
• Implement activities.
• Make logistical arrangements for the programme in Scotland.
• Coordinate with counterparts at University of Cambridge, University of Swansea, Queens University Belfast, University of Manchester, and other partner institutions and organisations.

Benefits

• Grade UE07: £41,064 – £48,822 per annum
• Competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.

Application Process

• Please include the following documents in your application:
  • CV
  • Cover letter
• The closing date for applications is 19 March 2026.
• Interviews will be held as soon as feasible after the closing date.

About The University of Edinburgh Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role.

Contact Informal enquires can be directed to Policy Engagement with Research Manager Dr Shonagh Mcewan on Shonagh.Mcewan@ed.ac.uk