Careers
Working at IfM Engage
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
Head of Digital Shoestring Unit, Shoestring Unit, IfM Engage
The Shoestring Unit aims to help small businesses across the world become more productive, resilient and sustainable – one step at a time – by understanding and embracing digital technologies. Based on research from the world leading Institute for Manufacturing, University of Cambridge, the Shoestring Unit’s role is to oversee the transition of the results of the EPSRC-funded Digital Manufacturing on a Shoestring research project into a viable, self-sustaining industrial programme that supports SMEs.
Download the full role description, including information on how to apply.
The closing date for applications for this role is 26 May 2024.
Non-Executive Director
Our team of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) play a vital role in ensuring that IfM Engage fulfils its obligations to the University. They provide advice, support, and challenge to the Executive Team across various areas, including strategy, business practice, corporate governance, financial management, and business risk. Additionally, they serve as an independent channel for reporting and dealing with exceptional issues appropriately.
We are seeking two Non-Executive Directors to provide a commercial manufacturing perspective, strengthen our Board and act as ambassadors for the Company and the wider Institute for Manufacturing.
Download the full role description, including information on how to apply.
The closing date for applications for this role is 14th May 2024.
Visit the opportunities page for the Institute for Manufacturing for research, teaching and support positions.
“I feel privileged to work with such a diverse group of talented professionals, united by the shared goal of extending the reach and impact of IfM research. We work with leading brands and organisations worldwide, and I value the opportunity to build new links and connections that pave the way for lasting change in crucial areas like sustainability and innovation.”
Rob Driver, Marketing Manager
Equal opportunities
IfM Engage is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status and will make hiring decisions on merit.
Contact us
If you have a question about any of our advertised positions or working for us, please email Alison Martin.
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