Job Description

Ref Number

B09-01280

Professional Expertise

External Engagement, Communications, Marketing and Events

Department

Vice-Provost (Research, Innovation and Global Engagement) (B09)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

See advert text

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

Hybrid

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

04-Jan-2026

About us

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The Academic Careers Office (ACO) exists to promote, support, and advance academic and clinical academic careers in health and life sciences across UCL. Operating within the Office of the Vice-Provost for Research, Innovation and Global Engagement (RIGE), the ACO collaborates extensively with UCL researchers, NHS and industry partners, other UCL divisions, and external funding bodies.



Our work centres on two key areas:


Capacity Development and Talent Management: We deliver a comprehensive programme of training and skills development for clinical trainees, translational researchers, and early-career researchers across UCL. Clinical Academic Training: We manage the UK's largest training programme for medics, dentists, and allied health professionals at UCL, and other strategic initiatives in partnership with NHS organisations to support the healthcare research workforce.

The ACO is a small, dynamic team of six professionals who work collaboratively across the university. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, inclusive, and creative team committed to supporting career development.

About the role

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The Engagement Coordinator will work closely with the Programme Manager for Capacity Development to design, deliver, and evaluate training programmes and events that support researchers and students in developing their careers. These initiatives will align with the ACO's strategic goals for capacity building across UCL.



Success in this role requires a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to navigate UCL's complex institutional structures and partnerships. The post holder should be forward-thinking, intuitive, and confident in anticipating challenges and identifying solutions.



This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth. The role holder will be supported to pursue training and development in areas aligned with their interests and career aspirations.


This is fixed-term post until 30 July 2028 in the first instance.*
This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 40% on site.*
This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.*

About you

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This role offers an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to build a career in higher education management, talent development and training, research funding and support (including charitable funders), and roles aligned with academic and clinical academic training--such as those within royal colleges and government bodies.



The Academic Careers Office is a small, collaborative team of six dedicated professionals who work closely across UCL to deliver strategic goals. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, inclusive, and creative team that supports one another and values innovation.



What We're Looking For:We are seeking a motivated individual with experience in engagement and outreach activities, who excels at building dynamic relationships to support project development. This role also offers scope for professional growth, with opportunities to further develop skills and expertise.



Key Requirements


Proven ability to network and foster strong working relationships across teams and partner organisations. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to serve as a first point of contact for a wide range of academic and student cohorts. Collaborative and flexible approach to working with colleagues across the department. Ability to create engaging and tailored content for diverse audiences.

Additional Information

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have any queries about the role, please contact Felipe Fouto at f.fouto@ucl.ac.uk or Alex Teale at a.teale@ucl.ac.uk. If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Felipe Fouto at f.fouto@ucl.ac.uk or Alex Teale at a.teale@ucl.ac.uk The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work - please visit www.ucl.ac.uk/ways-of-working to find out more.

What we offer

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As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:


41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Immigration loan Relocation scheme for certain posts On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.



We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce.



These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.