RAND Europe

General

• Taking forward RAND Europe’s successful research track record in research and innovation policy, developing and managing a portfolio of large, complex evaluations and expanding into new areas of work.
• Providing thought leadership on research/evaluation approaches and R&I systems and strategy.
• Mentoring research staff and facilitating development of others' project management and methodological skills.
• Taking a leading role in ensuring that RAND Europe’s research has a positive impact within policy communities.
• **Business development**
• Contributing to the work of SET, through contributing to or supporting the delivery of research group target revenues and sales by securing funding for research and consultancy tasks and supporting others in doing so.
• Co-ordinating, managing and supporting a portfolio of business development initiatives including leading and supporting bid and proposal activity, often as multi-partner proposals.
• Consolidating and initiating networks and contacts with funders and collaborators
• **Group and other responsibilities**
• Working with other team members and the Research Group Director to develop SET’s research and strategy.
• As a senior member of the team, setting a collegiate tone and contributing to the development and profile of the wider organisation.
• Leading on innovative ways to raise RAND Europe’s profile and communicate research findings to maximise impact.

Research Leader – R&I Policy, Metascience, Science and Emerging Technology