RSVP Mentoring Coordinator

Role Description

Are you ready to be part of a groundbreaking initiative that will revolutionise doctoral education and research supervision? Join the RSVP team, a dynamic group of change-makers dedicated to transforming the culture of doctoral education in the United Kingdom.

About RSVP

The Next Generation Research SuperVision Project (RSVP) is a pioneering £4.6 million, four-year project funded by Research England and supported by all seven UKRI research councils, Wellcome Trust, and the Crick Institute. Directed by Dr. Karen Clegg at the University of York and Professor Doug Cleaver at Sheffield Hallam University, RSVP is committed to reshaping research supervision practice in the UK. This transformative journey includes scholarship, practice interventions, cultural shifts, and policy changes in research supervision.

The Role

Mentor Coordinator We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Mentor Coordinator to lead, design, and coordinate a series of mentoring programs for doctoral supervisors. These programs will play a pivotal role in supporting supervisors within institutions, fostering collaboration across institutions, and enhancing Doctoral Training Partnership levels. As Mentor Coordinator, you will shape programs that promote knowledge exchange, skill sharing, and effective communication, revolutionising the landscape of research supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage mentoring programs for doctoral supervisors.
• Collaborate with consortium partner organisations to provide training and resources.
• Work directly with project directors and institutional leads to achieve project outcomes related to mentoring.
• Coordinate mentoring activities across research organizations and industry partners.
• Develop processes to facilitate national-level practice sharing.

What You Bring:

• A passion for reshaping the culture of doctoral education.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in designing and coordinating mentoring programs.
• A commitment to knowledge exchange and skill sharing.
• The ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.

What We Offer:

• A unique opportunity to shape the future of doctoral education in the UK.
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work with a diverse and dynamic RSVP team.

Please note this role is part time (0.8 FTE) and fixed term until September 2027.

How to Apply: If you are ready to be a catalyst for change in doctoral supervision and possess the skills and passion we are looking for, please submit your application by 19 November.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all those with a passion for mentoring. Flexible working hours and remote working options are available. 

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive  – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. 

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork