Research Catalyst Fellow
Drive impactful business research and secure external funding as a Research Catalyst Fellow at the University of Surrey.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers in business and management with strong project coordination skills and an interest in research development.
Overview
The University of Surrey is seeking two enthusiastic postdoctoral researchers to join its vibrant academic community as Research Catalyst Fellows on a fixed-term contract until October 2028. This role sits at the intersection of independent academic research, institutional research development, and external partnership building. The successful candidates will help academic colleagues secure major external grants, forge cross-disciplinary collaborations, and address critical business and societal challenges. Importantly, up to 20% of the workload is protected for independent research, allowing fellows to publish and pursue their own scholarly interests.
What you'll do
- Develop and coordinate high-quality funding applications to major funding bodies such as ESRC and Innovate UK.
- Build collaborative networks across academic disciplines, university faculties, and external partner organizations.
- Contribute methodological and intellectual expertise to ongoing research projects and funding proposals.
- Support the creation of impactful research focused on industrial priorities, economic growth, and societal challenges.
- Publish high-quality academic research that influences practical applications and policy decisions.
- Pursue independent research utilizing up to 20% protected working time to build an individual publication profile.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a business, management or related discipline, completed or near completion by the start date
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of high-quality publications or a strong publication pipeline
- Developing research profile with evidence of high-quality publications or a strong publication pipeline
- Strong quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed-methods research skills
- Ability to develop innovative research ideas and robust study designs
- Experience in writing compelling funding proposals
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and project coordination skills
- Must hold a PhD or be near completion by the start date
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-08
Submit your CV and cover letter through the online application portal. You will also be asked to answer brief screening questions regarding your suitability for the role.
- CV
- Cover letter
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