**INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**
Please note that in order to be eligible for this vacancy, you must still be in employment with the University of Essex at the time of submitting your application.
Research and Enterprise Office
The REO is an Administrative Section within the University’s Professional Services. The Director of the REO reports to the Registrar and Secretary of the University. The REO supports the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) and the Faculty Executive Deans in the development and implementation of the University’s Research Strategy.
The REO delivers services to the University’s academic community to support a range of research, impact and knowledge exchange activities and also contributes to a wide range of business engagement activities and facilitates the delivery of services to business as well as to the wider economic community.
Duties of the Role
A unique opportunity to straddle cutting-edge research and its potential to transform business is now open to applications from ambitious marketeers. If you have a passion for innovation, technology, research and for making an impact then this role is for you. The University of Essex currently manages a diverse and exciting portfolio of projects funded by Innovate UK and we are keen to identify new opportunities and to continue to promote the exceptional work our researchers are doing with industry.
The focus of the role will be to increase and enhance the level of University-business engagement with a clear and measurable return on investment (ROI).
Skills and Qualifications required
You will have a keen interest in design, digital marketing, advertising and the ability to translate complex notions to a lay audience. You will also enjoy working as part of a team, and help support an active event portfolio, particularly with regards to the design and execution of event collateral.
A professional qualification in marketing/communications or substantial equivalent experience and the ability to interpret complex research into a narrative which promotes commercial value is essential.
At the University of Essex, internationalism and diversity is central to who we are and what we do. We are committed to being a cosmopolitan, internationally oriented university that is welcoming to staff and students from all countries, faiths and backgrounds, where you can find the world in one place.
To support this commitment we have our Global Forum, a staff-led network that promotes and celebrates the rich cultural diversity among Essex staff, and our Colchester campus based Faith Centre, which hosts regular services, meetings and events organised by our chaplains and faith representatives. For more information see: https://www.essex.ac.uk/life/student-facilities/religion-and-faith
Please see the attached job pack, which contains a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. Applications should be made on-line, but if you would like advice or help in making an application, or need information in a different format, please telephone the Resourcing Team (01206 876559).
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