Forging Ahead Innovation Ecosystem Manager, Loughborough

Job Title: Forging Ahead Innovation Ecosystem Manager, LoughboroughApplication Closing Date: Thursday, 03 September 2026Research and Innovation Office Full time, fixed term until 30th April 2028 Are you passionate about commercialisation, innovation, entrepreneurship and building partnerships that create real impact?Loughborough University is seeking an Innovation Ecosystem Manager to join the exciting Forging Ahead Project, a major Research England-funded and university partner Co-funded collaboration bringing together 16 universities across the Midlands to strengthen the region’s innovation and commercialisation ecosystem. In this role, you will work with universities, investors, businesses, founders, government organisations and ecosystem partners to develop new opportunities for research commercialisation, innovation-led growth and collaboration across the Midlands. What you’ll do: Develop and strengthen partnerships across the innovation ecosystem. Lead and support ecosystem development activities and events. Work closely with universities, investors, businesses and founders. Help create opportunities for research, innovation and commercialisation. Support delivery of a high-profile regional project with measurable impact. We’re looking for someone with: Experience in innovation, commercialisation, entrepreneurship or ecosystem development. Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. Strong project management and organisational abilities. Experience working with multiple partners and delivering collaborative initiatives. A passion for innovation and regional economic growth Why join us? This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of innovation and commercialisation across the Midlands while working with a diverse network of universities, founders, investors and industry partners. For further information get in touch with Dan Parsons Project Lead D.Parsons@lboro.ac.uk and to apply, please visit the Loughborough University vacancies website. For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Application closing date: 3 September 2026, 11:59 pm…