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IfM Engage provides a friendly and rewarding work environment in a thriving, diverse University community. We have teams working in consultancy services, policy, executive education, finance, marketing, events, communications and operations.
Roles within Engage offer rewarding careers and support the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM) in impact-generating activities across the world.
When you join Engage, you are not just joining a business but a community.
Current opportunities
Policy Analyst – Industrial Innovation Policy
Cambridge Industrial Innovation Policy (CIIP) is a global not-for-profit policy consultancy unit based at IfM Engage, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Cambridge. CIIP helps governments and public agencies to design and implement effective industrial innovation strategies and programmes, drawing on cutting-edge academic research and real-world policy insights. CIIP specialises in policies for technology, manufacturing, and industrial innovation, and provides expert consulting, training, and international benchmarking services to help shape effective policies.
A successful candidate will have a strong background in either economics, engineering or public policy, with knowledge of topics related to industrial safety highly desirable, a firm grasp of key technology and industrial trends, and have an
interest in technology and innovation policy, economic development and/or industrial policy. The ideal candidate should also show strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and experience in event coordination along with the ability to work across diverse international teams and contribute to the Unit’s global work.
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For the position of Policy Analyst, both early career and experienced applicants will be considered. The salary for the Policy Analyst is up to £48,000 per annum, based on the candidate’s skills and experience, plus a generous benefits package, including private healthcare insurance. IfM Engage is responsible for ensuring that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
This is a fixed-term position for 2 years in the first instance, with the option to be extended based on performance, grant funding availability and internal approval.
The role is full-time and based in Cambridge; however, we are open to discussions about flexible working and operate an ‘office first’ hybrid working policy (with 60% of working time in the office).
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to ifm-engage@eng.cam.ac.uk
The closing date for the role is 17:30 on 3 July 2025.
We look forward to your application.
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