Research Data & Repository Infrastructure Specialist


Company:	Morgan Hunt UK Ltd
Salary:	£250 to £350 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, EC1A 2AP
Working pattern:	Remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Nov 2026

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Summary

Research Data & Repository Infrastructure Specialist

Fully Remote

University Library & Digital Research Services

Contract Outside of IR35 - Rate Negotiable

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Research Data & Repository Infrastructure Specialist to support the ongoing development and enhancement of our research data services. This role will play a key part in the migration of the University's primary research repository, ensuring robust repository infrastructure, effective data management practices, and the delivery of insightful reporting and dashboards. The successful candidate will have a blend of repository systems expertise, research data management knowledge, and data visualisation skills, helping to improve access to, management of, and reporting on institutional research outputs and datasets.

Key Responsibilities

Research Repository & Infrastructure

Support the migration and ongoing development of the University's research repository platform.

Configure, maintain, and improve repository infrastructure and associated integrations.

Work with stakeholders across Libraries, Research Services, and IT to ensure repository services meet institutional needs.

Manage metadata standards, data quality, and interoperability requirements.

Support integrations with external research systems, funder platforms, and scholarly communications tools.

Develop processes for repository monitoring, performance management, and service improvement.

Research Data Management

Provide expertise in research data management principles and best practice.

Support the storage, preservation, discovery, and accessibility of research outputs and datasets.

Ensure compliance with funder, publisher, and institutional policies.

Work with researchers and professional services teams to improve data governance and stewardship practices.

Reporting & Dashboard Development

Design and develop dashboards that bring together data from multiple internal and external sources.

Create reports and visualisations supporting operational, strategic, and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with stakeholders to identify reporting requirements and KPIs.

Develop automated reporting solutions where possible.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with Library Services, Research & Innovation teams, and IT colleagues.

Translate technical concepts into clear and accessible language for non-technical stakeholders.

Contribute to service reviews, project planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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