Job Description

This is an exciting time to be joining the University as we continue our mission of transforming education and, by doing so, transform the lives of the individuals and communities connected to us.



If you work with us, you will belong to a community of dedicated people working together to achieve our mission. Whatever your area of expertise, UWTSD offers a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive. We have many different roles at the University, from academic experts, to professional and technical services staff; each one plays a part and can make a difference. We are proud of our people and they are at the heart of everything we do.



We are also proud of our history and our connection to it. The University's Royal Charter is the oldest of any University in Wales and England after the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Today, we are a modern, confident and ambitious institution with campuses across 3 counties in South West Wales, as well as a campus in London and Learning Centres in Cardiff and Birmingham.



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Project Development Officer (Knowledge Exchange and Innovation)

Vacancy Ref
51637
Location
Swansea
Salary
41,604 to 47,389 pro rata per annum
Closing Date
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Project Development Officer (Knowledge Exchange and Innovation)
Part-time, 29.6 hours per week
Fixed-term for 24 months
41,604 to 47,389 pro rata per annum
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.
UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
o 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)
Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.
- THE ROLE -
The Institute for Sustainable Practice, Innovation, Research and Enterprise (INSPIRE) provides central support for knowledge exchange, enterprise, business engagement and regional partnerships, enabling the University to maximise impact from its research and teaching. Through INSPIRE, colleagues are supported in developing external collaborations, securing funding, and delivering activities that contribute to economic, social and cultural priorities.
The Project Development Officer (Knowledge Exchange and Innovation) is a strategic, industry-facing role that supports University academics and external partners to develop high-impact knowledge exchange and innovation initiatives. The post-holder will build capacity across the University to engage with industry, secure external funding, and deliver impactful collaborative projects.
This role is central to delivering the University's Research Wales Innovation Fund (RWIF) Strategy, including the development and management of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), Smart Partnerships, medium-to-high value projects, and other industry-focused collaborations. The post-holder will also support student placements and internships, strengthening employability and experiential learning opportunities.
Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 35 days', plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post may be eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement
Closing date: 20 November 2025
Function
Projects
Status
Part Time
Type
Fixed Term Contract
Hours
29.6