Research Officer - REF Operational Delivery
| Posting date: | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,236 to £33,951 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 June 2026 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | York St John University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 065-26 |
Summary
Research Officer - REF Operational Delivery
Department: Research Office
Location: York
Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum
Closing Date: Wednesday 03 June 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
Reference: 065-26
2 x Full time, permanent
Location: York
Salary: £31,236 - £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Research Office offers central professional support to all academic staff and postgraduate researchers in the university. You will be working in a small friendly team of research officers and academic staff.
The Role
The post holder will support the University’s submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 which is the assessment of the quality of research in the UK. The role will focus on the administrative preparations for REF and to advise on REF guidance.
The Research Officer will be responsible for the ongoing development and delivery of REF, working closely with researchers to compile the submission, assist with, data collection of all sections of REF and drafting the environment statements as well as to be an authoritative source of support on the guidance for REF.
Required skills and experience
In addition to the required skills and experience on the job description, the successful candidate will have a passion for research and in particular supporting our staff with excellent customer service. Prior knowledge of the REF would be beneficial but not essential.
Additional information
For informal enquiries please contact Elizabeth Goodwin-Andersson, Head of the Research Office at (e.goodwinandersson@yorksj.ac.uk)
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Closing Date - Wednesday 03 June 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 24 June 2026
Department: Research Office
Location: York
Salary: £31,236 to £33,951 per annum
Closing Date: Wednesday 03 June 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
Reference: 065-26
2 x Full time, permanent
Location: York
Salary: £31,236 - £33,951 per annum
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the recent addition of our new London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Research Office offers central professional support to all academic staff and postgraduate researchers in the university. You will be working in a small friendly team of research officers and academic staff.
The Role
The post holder will support the University’s submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 which is the assessment of the quality of research in the UK. The role will focus on the administrative preparations for REF and to advise on REF guidance.
The Research Officer will be responsible for the ongoing development and delivery of REF, working closely with researchers to compile the submission, assist with, data collection of all sections of REF and drafting the environment statements as well as to be an authoritative source of support on the guidance for REF.
Required skills and experience
In addition to the required skills and experience on the job description, the successful candidate will have a passion for research and in particular supporting our staff with excellent customer service. Prior knowledge of the REF would be beneficial but not essential.
Additional information
For informal enquiries please contact Elizabeth Goodwin-Andersson, Head of the Research Office at (e.goodwinandersson@yorksj.ac.uk)
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Closing Date - Wednesday 03 June 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 24 June 2026
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