Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Manager - 17027
Brunel University of London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.
The RSDO service supports the Brunel Research Community to identify and secure external funding from UK and international funders, manage and oversee contractual and compliance aspects of research and innovation projects, facilitate research collaborations with external partners, and manage the commercialisation of our research to deliver societal impact
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Posted Date: 29/10/2026
Closing Date: 18/11/2026
Ref No: 5255
Position Title: Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Manager
Department/College: Research Support and Development Office (RSDO)
Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: Grade 8 from: £46,860 to £60,174 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £67,386 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).
Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent
We are looking for an experienced individual to play a pivotal role in supporting the growth of Brunel’s portfolio of Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) projects. The postholder will support the delivery of an ambitious University-wide KTP growth programme, enabling academics to access funding to work with innovative businesses on high-impact, collaborative research and development projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and champion the KTP scheme among Brunel academics and support them in accessing the scheme as part of a strategic growth programme
- Develop and manage a prioritised pipeline for future KTP proposal submissions
- Be the primary interface with the relevant Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Advisor for each project
- Manage the development and submission of KTP proposals by working with academic staff and business partners throughout the application process
Benefits and working arrangements
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
Closing date for applications: 18 November 2026
Interviews will take place between 3 - 10 December 2026 in person
For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk
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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment
Brunel University of London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.
