Regional Science and Innovation Manager
Drive innovation and shape the future of policing in the East Midlands.
Join the East Midlands Special Operations Unit as our Regional Science and Innovation Manager and take the lead in transforming how policing uses science, technology and new ideas. This is your chance to influence change on a regional scale, connect with colleagues and deliver innovation that makes a real difference to policing and our communities.
Working alongside regional and national partners, you’ll bring consistency, clarity and ambition to the East Midlands innovation landscape turning ideas into real‑world solutions and measurable benefits.
You’ll be
- Coordinating and managing science and innovation projects regionally.
- Championing new approaches and supporting others to turn concepts into practical outcomes.
- Building relationships across policing, academia, industry and national networks to spark collaboration and share best practice.
You must have
- Experience delivering successful complex change projects from planning to implementation.
- A proven record of improving efficiency and effectiveness with a passion for improvement.
- Strong leadership skills, helping shape the direction of the regional innovation network.
What’s in it for you?
By joining us, you will be part of a team of highly skilled, professional, and dedicated colleagues and partners, who are committed to policing with integrity. We offer a range of exciting career pathways, formal training, secondments, mentoring and development opportunities to improve your skills and help you progress your career. We offer continued professional development, through events, guest speakers, and training for everyone. Your skills will help keep people safe.
What’s next
Please click apply to complete your application, stating how you meet the criteria as listed within the job description.
To support you with your application we have provided some application useful guidance and our recruitment process.
- Vacancy closes on Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 23:55
Who we are
We are a collaborative unit of officers and staff tackling the most serious, organised, and violent crime, counter terrorism and extremism and providing forensic services on behalf of the region.
To find out more about EMSOU visit our website.
EMSOU has a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality, we celebrate difference and encourage diversity of thought.
EMSOU are Disability Confident Committed.