REF Programme Officer - AD2920

The University of St Andrews is seeking to appoint a Research Excellence Framework (REF) Programme Officer to support delivery of the University's preparations for REF 2029.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in one of the most significant strategic activities undertaken by the University. Working as part of the central REF team within Research & Innovation Services (RIS), the postholder will coordinate key aspects of the University's REF programme, ensuring activity is effectively planned, monitored and delivered across Schools, Units of Assessment and professional services teams.

The role will have a particular focus on delivery of the Strategy, People and Research Environment (SPRE) elements of the University's REF submission. This will involve working closely with academic and professional services colleagues to support evidence gathering, stakeholder engagement, narrative development, quality assurance and submission readiness.

We are seeking a highly organised and collaborative individual with strong project management, communication and analytical skills. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with complex information, managing multiple priorities and building effective relationships across a wide range of internal stakeholders.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience of institutional research strategy, research assessment and programme management within a highly successful research-intensive university.

For further information and informal enquiries, please contact Jaclyn Suttie at [email protected].

In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews.

Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)

Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%

A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance

Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services

Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel

Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme

* 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.

At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter.

We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on [email protected].

Closing date: 23 October 2026

Interview date: TBC

Ref no: AD2920RS

Research and Innovation Services

Salary: Grade 6 / £38,784 - £46,049 pa

Start date: As soon as possible

Full time

Fixed term: Until December 2028

School/Unit: Research and Innovation Services

Posted: 28/09/2026

Closing date: 23/10/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (BST)