At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of our open research strategy and champion transparency in scholarship.
- Company: Join the University of Warwick, a leader in innovative research practices.
- Benefits: 30 days holiday, flexible working, and excellent learning opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive environment with strong support for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on research integrity and accessibility while leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Experience in open research, team management, and budget oversight required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Open Research Manager to lead the development and delivery of our open research strategy. You will champion openness, transparency, and reproducibility in scholarship—ensuring our research practices align with the highest standards of integrity, accessibility, and societal impact.
As Open Research Manager, you will lead the successful delivery of our Open Access Service, working daily with academic staff, researchers, professional services, and specialist external bodies. You will shape policy, influence sector developments, design innovative training and support, and provide expert advice to senior leaders including the Vice President Research and Associate Deans Research. You will also line manage a small team, contribute to the Library Senior Management Team, and lead annual operational planning for your area of responsibility.
The University of Warwick is committed to embedding open research as a central pillar of our research culture. You will join a collaborative environment where innovation in research practice is valued and supported.
About You
You will have a strong understanding of the open research landscape, including policies, infrastructures, and cultural challenges affecting universities and researchers. You’ll bring both strategic perspective and practical expertise to enable change and innovation across the research community.
You will have experience of line managing a small team including recruitment and onboarding, performance feedback and management, developing skills and capabilities and an empowering approach.
You will have experience of managing a complex Open Research budget (e.g. UKRI block grant, funder requirements, departmental funding).
You will have previous experience of direct involvement in contributing to the delivery of REF (Research Excellence Framework) within a library or academic environment.
About the Department
The Library & Archives are central to the delivery of the University strategy by providing a high-quality service to all of our stakeholders in the delivery of teaching, learning, research and our civic ambitions. Through innovative approaches to information management, data analysis and emerging technologies, we are striving to create a seamless and personalised experience that enhances teaching, learning and research; to empower our research community to navigate the complex open research landscape in a financially sustainable and simple way; and to develop learning spaces that provide an enhanced and inclusive physical and digital experience.
Closing Deadline
Sunday 26th July 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
Benefits
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
- We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Where possible, we offer hybrid working arrangements that combine office-based and remote working. Opportunities for hybrid working will depend on the requirements of the role, business needs of the department and can be discussed during the recruitment process.
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with. Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice. The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults). All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
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