Assistant Research Manager

Tate; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization is seeking an Assistant Research Manager for a 3-month contract at the University of Southampton. Responsibilities include managing peer review processes, supporting applicants, and improving research management processes. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, and must possess A-levels/NVQ3 or equivalent experience. Opportunity to enhance skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple priorities and working to tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
• Confident in providing advice to stakeholders and applicants.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery and improvement of research management processes.
• Oversee and delegate administrative tasks.
• Provide advice and guidance to applicants and stakeholders.
• Organise meetings and coordinate logistics.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

A-levels/NVQ3 or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Research Manager for a 3-month contract to join our Application & Funding team at the University of Southampton. The first point of contact for NIHR research funding applicants.

Team responsibility

• Scheduling and launching new funding opportunities
• Managing and overseeing peer review of applications
• Scrutinising applications and flagging issues to panels/boards
• Supporting applicants and organising external advisory meetings
• Managing panel membership for shortlisting and funding decisions

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery and improvement of research management processes
• Oversee and delegate administrative tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Provide advice and guidance to applicants and stakeholders
• Organise meetings and coordinate logistics
• Maintain high-quality data on relevant systems
• Contribute to continuous process improvement

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience managing multiple priorities and working to tight deadlines
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
• Confident in providing advice to stakeholders and applicants
• A-levels/NVQ3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Experience in research administration or funding
• Health background (useful but not essential)

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Job Info

• Job Title: Assistant Research Manager
• Company: Tate
• Location: Southampton, Hampshire
• Posted: Sep 23rd 2025
• Closes: Oct 24th 2025
• Sector: Administration
• Contract: Contract
• Hours: Full Time