Research and Innovation Office Full time, Open-ended position About Loughborough University Loughborough University is an excellent place to work. We’re ranked top ten in every national league table and hold a global reputation for sporting excellence. Loughborough University is renowned for its outstanding research impact, with over 90% of our research classified as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’. Our commitment to excellence has been recognised globally, earning us a prestigious 5-star rating in the International QS Stars Scheme 2023. Additionally, we are proud recipients of 7 Queen’s Anniversary Prizes, further underscoring the exceptional quality and global significance of our research. At Loughborough, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and making a real-world impact through innovative research and collaboration. Join us in contributing to our dynamic research environment, where cutting-edge projects, world-class facilities, and a vibrant academic community come together to drive meaningful change. About the role We are seeking a motivated and proactive Research Excellence Framework (REF) Administrator to support the University’s submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF), a national exercise assessing the quality of research in UK universities. The role involves delivering high-quality administrative support to the REF team, particularly to the Impact Officers, REF Project Officer, and REF Manager, to ensure an efficient and effective submission process. For more information refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a national assessment of research quality and support the University’s ambitious research goals. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now Please submit your application and CV through our online portal. For application tips and guidance visit our website. The closing date for receipt of applications is 5 January 2025. Interviews will be held on 16 January 2025 .