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School of Environment, Education and Development

Recruiting: SEED Director of Research and Associate Director of Research

03 Feb 2026

We are inviting Expressions of Interest for two key research leadership roles within SEED, both commencing on 1 August 2026 for an initial three-year term (with the possibility of extension).

We are recruiting for the following roles within SEED:

  • Director of Research
  • Associate Director of Research (Impact)

These roles are central to shaping and delivering SEED’s research strategy, strengthening our research culture, and supporting preparation for REF 2029. They offer an important opportunity to contribute to SEED’s strategic leadership, support colleagues’ research and impact ambitions, and represent SEED at Faculty and University level.  

Expressions of Interest should be sent to SEEDHeadofSchool@manchester.ac.uk and should include a brief, up-to-date CV and a covering letter (up to 500 words) outlining your suitability for the role and what you would aim to achieve if appointed.  

Deadline for Expressions of Interest: Friday 20th February 2026 

Interview dates:

  • Thursday 19th March (Associate Director of Research – Impact) 
  • Thursday 26th March (Director of Research) 

SEED Director of Research job description 

SEED Associate Director of Research (Impact) job description 

Further particulars for both roles can be found above. We strongly encourage colleagues from all backgrounds to consider applying, particularly those who may not previously have taken on senior research leadership roles. 

Ensuring that our School is inclusive as possible is a fundamental part of what we do in SEED. We aim to redress staffing imbalances and inequalities. We promote equality and actively challenge unfair discrimination. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – people of all ages, sexual orientations, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, religions, and beliefs. However, we particularly encourage applications from staff who identify as women, colleagues with disabilities, and individuals from minority ethnic groups, because these groups are currently underrepresented at more senior levels in Higher Education.