Open Research Manager (70020-0426)

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact  Anna O’Neill (Librarian) at Anna.ONeill@warwick.ac.uk.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Open Research Manager to lead the development and delivery of our open research strategy. You will champion openness, transparency, and reproducibility in scholarship—ensuring our research practices align with the highest standards of integrity, accessibility, and societal impact.

The University of Warwick is committed to embedding open research as a central pillar of our research culture. You’ll join a collaborative environment where innovation in research practice is valued and supported. 

You will have a strong understanding of the open research landscape, including policies, infrastructures, and cultural challenges affecting universities and researchers. You’ll bring both strategic perspective and practical expertise to enable change and innovation across the research community.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

The Library & Archives are central to the delivery of the University strategy by providing a high-quality service to all of our stakeholders in the delivery of teaching, learning, research and our civic ambitions. Through innovative approaches to information management, data analysis and emerging technologies, we are striving to create a seamless and personalised experience that enhances teaching, learning and research; to empower our research community to navigate the complex open research landscape in a financially sustainable and simple way and to develop learning spaces that provide an enhanced and inclusive physical and digital experience.

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

* World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 7th June 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Please apply using the Uniperms link below:

• Open Research Manager | Uniperms

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick