Research & Knowledge Exchange Administrator (Maternity Cover)
at Royal Academy of Music, London, United Kingdom
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- Salary
- £32,403 to £35,904 a year
- Closing date
- 22 November 2026
- Start
- Not given in the advert
- Type of post
- Administration and business
A support post, not a teaching post. - Contract
- Full Time
- First seen
- 9 November 2026, on a public job listing
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The advert
Full-time: 32.5 hours per week Salary: £32,403 - £35,904 per annum inclusive of London Allowance Contract type: Fixed-term, 1 year Maternity Cover Hybrid work: Available with at least three days in the Academy The Royal Academy of Music is one of the world’s leading conservatoires. We pride ourselves on being a stimulating, forward looking and a friendly environment with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 50 countries. Based in central London adjacent to Regent’s Park, we have trained musicians to the highest professional standards since 1822 and we remain focused on developing tomorrow’s musical leaders in disciplines including classical, jazz, composition and musical theatre. The Academy has a vibrant research culture with particular strengths in performance research, composition and musicology. As part of the latest iteration of its Strategic Plan, the Academy is developing its research environment and infrastructure in support of its research activities and KE profile. The Academy has deep and widespread connections with the music industries, broadcasters and specialist educational providers, with a long record of extra-HE partnerships that fall within the definition of knowledge exchange. During a period of maternity leave, we seek a Research & Knowledge Exchange Administrator to work with managers and relevant academic staff to contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of the Academy’s research environment and range of knowledge exchange activities. You will organise, maintain and develop content for the research pages on the Academy’s website and will promote Academy research more widely. You will be responsible for publicising research and KE opportunities (including external funding rounds) within the Academy’s research community. Working with the Interim Research Manager and other academic staff, you will contribute to the preparation of research grant applications and data gathering related to research publications, research funding, public engagement and research impact, and contribute to the preparation of data gathering on KE activity. You will need previous experience as an administrator in Higher Education with knowledge of the research and KE landscape in relation to performing arts along with ability to generate, organise and edit website content. You will be an excellent communicator and collaborator with the ability to relate effectively with staff and students from a wide range of backgrounds, be an energetic and a committed individual with the clarity of purpose to coordinate the contributions of many stakeholders, and the curiosity to develop your experience, skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of the post. Completed applications must be received by 23.59 on Sunday 22 November 2026. Interviews are expected to take place on-site on Thursday 3 December 2026. The Academy accepts applications from non-UK citizens who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that the Academy is unable to provide a certificate of sponsorship for this role, as this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa. Enquiries or applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. The Academy is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all students. The Academy values diversity and welcomes your application. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups in these roles. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for students.