Jobs at the University of Sunderland | Research https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/Vacancies.aspx?cat=925&type=5 Latest job vacancies at the University of Sunderland <![CDATA[Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate - Training in Care (0070-26)]]> https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0070-26 https://jobs.sunderland.ac.uk/rss/click.aspx?ref=0070-26 Proud to be Sunderland 

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. 

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: 

  • A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
  • 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
  • 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

We are looking for an outstanding and ambitious Business Improvement Manager to join our Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP).

This role is based at Training in Care Ltd in South Shields. Your responsibilities will include managing and delivering an Innovate UK awarded KTP between the University of Sunderland and Training in Care Ltd, focusing on a strategic innovation programme within the company to significantly improve performance.

As a team member, you will play a crucial role in propelling our programme's advancement by effectively applying your knowledge and expertise within a business-oriented context.

A generous budget of personal training and development will be made available for your professional development, which can be tailored to address gaps in knowledge required to deliver this project and develop skills for future career progression. Travel and subsistence budget and residential leadership and management courses are available to support the delivery of the project and your development. 

If you are passionate about innovation, consider joining our successful team.

Is this you?

Your experience includes:

  • Digital marketing, including designing and implementing marketing strategies for domestic and international expansion.
  • Managing projects.
  • Ability to design and implement training programmes.

Your expertise includes:

  • Proficiency in strategic marketing, both domestic and international.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical data and apply it to business improvement.
  • A proactive attitude toward learning new skills, adapting to new challenges, and integrating multidisciplinary knowledge into practical solutions.

Please note this role is an Innovate Uk funded Knowledge Transfer Partnership fixed term contract. The role will be based within the host organisation Training in Care Ltd for the duration of the contract.

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. 

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability. 

For more information about this role, please contact Dr Derek Watson, Associate Professor in Cultural Change at derek.watson@sunderland.ac.uk or Louise Dixon louise.dixon@sunderland.ac.uk 

For further information about Knowledge Transfer Partnerships visit: https://iuk-ktp.org.uk/discover/graduates/

The closing date for applications is Sunday 3rd May 2026

Closing Date: 03 May 2026

Team: Research

Salary: £35,000

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