Rachel Middlemass
About Rachel Middlemass
Rachel Middlemass serves as the Head of Research & Development Partnerships at ZINC, where she focuses on integrating scientific research with commercial innovation. She has extensive experience in academia and research impact, having held various roles at institutions such as UCL, LSE, and Nottingham Trent University.
Current Role at ZINC
Rachel Middlemass serves as the Head of Research & Development Partnerships at ZINC since 2020. In this role, she focuses on scaling innovative product development by leveraging high-quality scientific research. She plays a key role in fostering partnerships that integrate scientific research with commercial innovation, addressing global challenges such as mental health, economic opportunities in areas affected by globalization, and environmental harm.
Previous Experience in Academia
Rachel Middlemass has extensive experience in academia, having worked as a Part-Time Tutor at the University of Nottingham from 2009 to 2010 and at Nottingham Trent University from 2010 to 2012. She also held positions at University College London (UCL) as a Senior Editorial Consultant (Impact) from 2012 to 2014 and as Head of Research Impact Curation in 2014. Additionally, she served as Acting REF Manager at the University of East London in 2012 and as Research Impact Coordinator from 2011 to 2014.
Educational Background
Rachel Middlemass studied at the University of Nottingham, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in History, Sociology, and Gender Studies from 2002 to 2006. She continued her studies at the same institution, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History from 2009 to 2013.
Career Development in Research Impact
Throughout her career, Rachel Middlemass has developed a strong focus on research impact. She worked as a Research Impact Manager at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) from 2014 to 2020, where she contributed to enhancing the impact of research initiatives. Her roles have consistently involved integrating research with practical applications, showcasing her commitment to advancing the field.
Early Career Roles
Rachel Middlemass began her career with various roles that laid the foundation for her expertise in research and education. She worked as a Disability Support Worker and an Arts Graduate Centre Intern at the University of Nottingham from 2008 to 2009. She also served as a Prospect Researcher at Nottingham Trent University from 2007 to 2008, gaining valuable experience in research and support services.