STFC Knowledge Exchange and Commercialisation Fellow

The university seeks applications for a Knowledge Exchange and Commercialisation Fellow, funded by the Science Technology Facilities Council (STFC) knowledge exchange and commercialisation fellow scheme. The role of the fellow is to champion the benefits of commercialising suitable STFC-based research at the university. The Fellow should promote multidisciplinary research by helping researchers collaborate across departments, and by looking for opportunities for researchers to work with industry solving challenges using core STFC-generated research. This is a prestigious role for someone who wants to make a real difference as an advocate in their community, as a knowledge exchange leader, as an innovator, and as a commercialisation expert.

This post is offered on a part-time basis (0.8FTE), with a flexible working pattern. The post is fixed term for two years in the first instance, renewable for a further four years dependent on funding review.

To make the most of this incredible opportunity, you will need have a good degree in science or a related field or have an equivalent and relevant professional qualification/experience. Your commercial experience will be impressive, and you will be passionate about, and have experience with, working in partnership with scientists to develop technology transfer and commercialisation opportunities from their research. You will have great communication skills with the ability to engage both researchers and external partners.

Committed to tackling gender inequality, the School of Physics and Astronomy is Athena SWAN silver award recognised. We are particularly determined to address the under-representation of women in Physics and Astronomy, so we are delighted to have been awarded Project Juno Champion status.

We are committed to all of our staff achieving a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working hours available. With a generous benefits package that includes a contributory pension scheme, competitive holiday allowance, subsidised health and fitness facilities, a cycle-to-work scheme and a range of discounts, this is a place where you are sure to excel.

To take this fascinating next step in your career, informal enquiries to our Head of Physics and Astronomy, Prof Mark Sullivan on m.sullivan@soton.ac.uk are very welcome.

When applying please also upload a full CV.

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.