Director of Research and Knowledge Exchange – University of Brighton

The University of Brighton is recruiting a Director of Research and Knowledge Exchange to lead its central department supporting research, innovation and external partnerships. The senior role covers the university’s Brighton City, Moulsecoomb and Falmer campuses.

Role at a glance

• Employer: University of Brighton
• Location: Brighton City Campus, Moulsecoomb and Falmer
• Salary: £80,530 to £87,976 a year
• Closing date: Thursday 12 November 2026
• University reference: RK0001
• Recruitment reference: A042422

What the role involves

The director will lead the Department of Research and Knowledge Exchange, including research contracts, intellectual property, governance, systems and process improvement, external relationships and institutional preparations for national research and knowledge-exchange assessments.

How to apply

Review the role on the official University of Brighton vacancy page, then follow the university’s authorised recruitment route through Alumni Global.

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