Innovation Commercialisation Policy Advisor
- Civil Service
- Part Time
- Birmingham
- 44,620 - 52,090
Job Description
Job summary
At DSIT were all about improving peoples lives by maximising the potential of science & technology.
We accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development.
We use technology for good by ensuring new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared.
We are driving forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back.
We do all this to enable the Governments 5 national missions: kickstarting economic growth, making Britain a clean energy superpower, taking back our streets, breaking down barriers to opportunity and building an NHS fit for the future.
Above all, we focus on improving peoples lives. Whether its researching new treatments for disease, developing better batteries, reducing burdens through better public services, keeping children safe online, and much more, outcomes for citizens are at the heart of what we do.
Our Inclusive Environment
We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension. Weare enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below.
Please note
Former DSIT recruitment campaigns are continuing as usual, but candidates should be aware that following the Governments announcement on the changes to some civil service departments, roles will be subject to the machinery of government moves and will ultimately be in one of the new departments. We will provide more information if you are selected for a role. This work remains of high importance to the civil service, and we thank you for your continued interest.
Job description
As part of the Innovation Ecosystems Team, you will be a driving force for the governments innovation agenda by helping to address innovation ecosystem challenges. You will work closely with colleagues across government, in UKRI, the public sector and beyond to shape evidence-based policies that help businesses and places across the UK turn great ideas into innovation-led growth.
We are a friendly team, with a collaborative culture. We want to achieve high performance and ensure team members feel empowered, and we do this by promoting individuals wellbeing and supporting flexible working practices.
We are dedicated to providing equal opportunity and will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process.
The role:
We are looking for a SEO Policy Advisor to join the Innovation Ecosystems Team. This role will give the successful candidate an opportunity to lead on an area of work that will help deliver against a ministerial priorities.
Supporting policy development with UKRI on early-stage research commercialisation, especially from universities (e.g. spin-out companies). As well as related work on early-stage support for start-ups, e.g. via incubators and accelerators. Another area will be in supporting the spending review and working across government to agree our budget for business R&D support. Additionally collaborating with UKRI to help the delivery of the R&D Missions Programme - a 500m programme that addresses specific challenges such as advancing healthcare and transitioning to cleaner energy.
Person specification
Key responsibilities across the roles will likely include:
- Developing and designing evidence-based policy to enable innovation-led growth across the UK
Essential Criteria
- Effective communication and stakeholder management: Able to build and maintain strong working relationships across UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Whitehall, and senior stakeholders, and communicate complex policy clearly to both internal and public audiences.
Desirable Criteria
- Deep understanding of the UK research and development system: Demonstrates knowledge of how the R&D ecosystem operates, including delivery bodies, cross-government priorities, and key levers to drive adoption and impact.
