Job Description

NETGAIN is a pioneering NERC-funded Doctoral Focal Award designed to develop a new generation of scientist-practitioners capable of advancing nature markets and biodiversity net gain (BNG) through interdisciplinary research, policy, and practice. Spanning four leading Higher Education Institutions and a large and growing network of external partners, NETGAIN will deliver innovative, evidence-driven, training to tackle critical knowledge and skills gaps.



Working across four universities, the Programme Manager will play a leading role in the successful delivery and development of NETGAIN, overseeing and supporting operational, administrative, and stakeholder engagement aspects of the programme. This position requires an exceptional organiser and communicator, capable of navigating academic, industry, and governmental interfaces to support the programme's strategic vision and day-to-day function.

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of

staff benefits

including:

Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays Financial contribution to relocation Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters

This post will be primarily based in the School of Mathematics and Statistics in the Observatory which is the home of the interdisciplinary Center for research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling.



Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Chris Sutherland, email: css6@st-andrews.ac.uk.



Applications are particularly welcome from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME)



Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ Disabled and Neurodiverse staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities or Neurodiversity Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/



This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk

Closing Date: 1 July 2025

Interview Date: 15 July 2025

Please quote ref: AD2802DD

School of Mathematics & Statistics



Salary: 38,249 per annum, pro rata



Start Date: As soon as possible



Hours: Part-Time - 14.5 hours per week



Fixed Term: 6 years

School/Unit:

School of Mathematics and Statistics

Posted:

17/06/2025

Closing date:

01/07/2025

Closing time:

23:59