Director of Research and Innovation - NERC Salary : £94,931 - £117,800 per annum (this is the full-time equivalent; actual salary will be pro rata for part-time hours) Salary for internal employees will be awarded based on the UKRI Pay & Reward principles. Appointment Term:

Due to the nature of the role, we can accommodate several flexible options based around the successful candidates’ preferences and current professional commitments, including fixed-term, secondment, and permanent contract as well as hybrid working arrangements. The minimum commitment duration is 36 months and minimum hours required is 0.8 FTE (Full FTE 37 hours) per week. Location:

Based in Swindon with frequent travel to London and significant travel opportunities to connect with researchers nationwide Grade:

Band X Closing Date:

Sunday 2nd November 2025 Are you a visionary leader, ready to inspire change in the environmental community? We are seeking a dynamic, creative environmental science research leader with standing in the profession who thrives on making a difference in the science community and turning complex challenges into opportunities. This isn't just another role — it's your chance to place cutting edge environmental science at the very heart of green growth and government priorities.

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