Research Degrees Manager Visa Sponsorship Uk

Job Description

Location: Brighton, UK
Working Hours: Full-time (1.0 FTE / 37.5 hours per week). Flexible working requests will be considered, subject to business needs.
Salary: Grade 7 – £38,249 to £45,413 per annum (pro rata for part-time appointments)
Contract Type: Permanent

Join the University of Sussex as our PGR Quality and Governance Lead

We’re looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented professional to join the Sussex Researcher School in a key cross-functional role. As we enhance our provision for postgraduate researchers (PGRs), you’ll play a vital part in shaping a consistent, high-quality, and compliant research environment at Sussex.

The Role

In this strategic position, you will lead on quality assurance, policy development, and governance for postgraduate research (PGR) programmes. Collaborating closely with academic schools and professional services, you will ensure regulatory compliance and help maintain the highest standards in research degree provision.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert advice and guidance on all aspects of PGR quality assurance and regulatory compliance
• Monitoring adherence to internal and external standards, identifying risks, and driving best practices
• Leading or advising on policy development, programme design, and international (TNE) partnerships
• Managing PGR governance structures and overseeing the university’s portfolio of research degrees

About You

To succeed in this role, you should bring:

• Proven experience in PGR quality assurance, policy, and governance
• Expertise in writing, reviewing, interpreting, and applying institutional and sector policies
• The ability to influence and collaborate across departments without formal authority
• A track record of managing both internal and external stakeholder expectations
• Strong analytical and data management skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly
• Excellent organisational and time-management capabilities to support the PGR governance cycle

You’ll be someone who proactively keeps up to date with sector developments and champions innovation and best practices in postgraduate research education.

About the Division

The Research and Innovation Division at Sussex drives global change through research excellence and innovation. With a focus on people, interdisciplinary collaboration, research integrity, and international reputation, our team supports impactful projects across a dynamic research environment. In the past year alone, we submitted 681 bids, secured 230 awards, and launched 227 new research projects.

Why Join Us

• Vibrant Campus: Located on the edge of the South Downs National Park, our 150-acre campus is a unique blend of nature and innovation.
• Excellent Transport Links: We are a five-minute walk from Falmer train station, with bus routes and cycling infrastructure making commuting easy.
• Inclusive Community: We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and a wide range of staff benefits support your wellbeing and work-life balance.

Additional Information

Expected Interview Date: 20 June 2025

Expected Start Date: August 2025

Contact for Informal Enquiries: Susanna Broom, Head of the Sussex Researcher School – s.broom@sussex.ac.uk

Application Deadline: 12 June 2025, by 5:59 PM

Visa Sponsorship: This post meets the criteria for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship, subject to full-time appointment. For details, see our Skilled Worker Visa information.

Apply Now

For the full job description and to apply, please visit our University of Sussex vacancies page.

We are committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Join us in shaping the future of postgraduate research at sussex.