Research Cultures Collaboration Associate, Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise

Job Description

Research Cultures Collaboration Associate, Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RAI149A)

School/Section Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise Division Unspecified Staff Category Academic Position Type Full Time, Part Time Grade Grade 6 Salary £38,784 – £46,049 Ref No RAI149A Closing Date 19-AUG-2026 Documents

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The University of Aberdeen is seeking to appoint up to three Research Cultures Collaboration Associates to contribute to a national programme of activities focused on strengthening research cultures across Scotland’s higher education sector.

The Associates will work alongside the Scottish Research Cultures Collaboration Manager and partners to deliver one of three projects:

• Enhancing Early Researcher Experience in Scotland
• Creating Narratives of Research Cultures in Scotland
• Evidence and Insight from Research Integrity and Culture Week

Job Description

These roles offer the opportunity to work across institutional boundaries, engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to projects that have impact across Scotland’s research ecosystem.

This post is available on a fixed term basis for a total of 3 months (full time), and may be worked flexibly, with the duration varying according to the agreed FTE. For example the role could be worked as 3 months at 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours per week) or 6 months at 0.5 FTE (18.75 hours per week).

Salary will be at the appropriate point on grade 6, £38,784.00 – £46,049.00 per annum pro rata with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Frances Medaney, Scottish Research Cultures Collaboration Manager, on

This role is based in the UK and as such the successful candidate will be required to live and work in the UK.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 19 August 2026

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.