Job Description

Research and External Engagement (REE) is a new integrated service dedicated to driving forward the University's ambitions for research, innovation, skills and enterprise.? This professional service works to support our students, drive research excellence, upskill and reskill the region's workforce, strengthen relationships and engagement with our alumni, business and community partners.
Through cutting-edge research initiatives, hands-on learning opportunities, strategic partnerships, civic leadership, and skills delivery, we will empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world. ?
The Research Culture and Development team at UWE Bristol supports academics and Postgraduate Research (PGR) students in their development and success. We aim to foster a sustainable culture based on collaboration, integrity, and responsible research. Our team leads major initiatives across the sector, including the Researcher Development Concordat, and ensures the University is well-positioned to engage with and benefit from these opportunities.
As Research Culture and Development Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in shaping and implementing initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and ambitious research culture throughout the University. Working as part of the Research Culture and Development team, you will design, deliver, and evaluate initiatives that support researchers at all career stages - from training programmes and internal funding schemes to sector-wide collaborations. You will work closely with colleagues across the REE Service and the University to identify needs, develop solutions, and share best practice that enhances our research environment.
This dynamic role combines strategic coordination, project management, and community engagement. It's a great opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting people, driving improvements, and transforming insights into action to make a genuine difference in our research community.
About you
You will have a good understanding of the UK higher education research landscape and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting others to reach their potential. Organised and proactive, you will have experience in managing projects, working with data, and collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will confidently communicate complex information in clear, engaging ways and be skilled at building trusted relationships across teams. With excellent IT and analytical skills, you will be comfortable working with detailed information while maintaining a focus on the bigger picture. Experience in contributing to initiatives that enhance research culture or researcher development would be an advantage.
Most importantly, you will embody our values of inclusivity, integrity, and collaboration, and be motivated by the opportunity to help shape a research environment where individuals feel supported, valued, and inspired to perform their best work.
Where is this role based?
This post is based at our lively campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in , one of the UK's most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.
We offer a wide range of including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
UWE Bristol recognises the power of a .
We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we're always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you'll thrive.
We particularly encourage applications from global majority and male candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.
As a employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
Further information
If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role, please contact Karina Castro Rascon on 0117 328 6927 or email: Karina.CastroRascon@uwe.ac.uk
Interviews are anticipated to take place at our Frenchay Campus week commencing 24 November 2025.
This is a full-time, permanent post, working 37 hours per week.
This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time
UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for at least 60 percent of your time, with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining days.
To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.
Right to Work in the UK
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please refer to the for information on which documents are acceptable.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. If you do not have a current right to work in the UK, you may wish to explore .
Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.
Advice to applicants
We'd love to hear from you - if you are excited about this opportunity, please complete our application form as soon as possible.
Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the , and include specific examples wherever possible.
Once we have completed shortlisting, we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.

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