Research and Knowledge Exchange Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering IWM’s research ambitions. As Research and Knowledge Exchange Manager, you’ll support the development and delivery of research and knowledge exchange activity, strengthening IWM’s position as an Independent Research Organisation (IRO). This role is responsible for securing external research funding, building research capacity, supporting collections-based research and innovative museum practice, and developing academic partnerships that deliver meaningful impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the development and delivery of IWM’s research strategy and growth as an Independent Research Organisation.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions, funders, and sector networks.
• Lead horizon scanning activities and develop high-quality funding applications that maximise impact and income.
• Oversee research grants from application through to delivery, including budgeting, financial tracking, compliance, and reporting.
• Strengthen research capability across the organisation by providing advice, sharing best practice, and supporting colleagues to develop successful funding bids.
• Support knowledge exchange activity through collaborations, events, and the dissemination of research outputs.
• Monitor research performance, funding success, and impact, providing reporting and insight to support decision‑making.
• Line manage and develop the Research and Knowledge Exchange Officer while supporting the operational delivery of the wider research programme.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience managing or supporting research funding applications, including major external funders such as UKRI, AHRC, or similar.
• Strong understanding of research processes, governance, ethics, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent written communication skills, including producing high-quality funding bids and applications.
• Financial awareness and experience supporting grant management activities.
• Experience monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on research activity and impact.
• Experience leading, managing, or developing others.
• A track record of building partnerships with academic institutions or research organisations.
• The ability to work collaboratively and influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

National Museum Directors’ Council, National Museums Liverpool, World Museum, WilliamBrown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EN

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