Business Collaborations Manager (EPS)

HIRANI; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Northern Ireland is seeking a Business Collaborations Manager to enhance research engagements with industry and business. You will develop strategic partnerships, particularly in Engineering and Physical Sciences, and support large-scale research projects. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree, considerable project management experience, and a solid background in collaborating with the business community. This role is key to achieving socio-economic outcomes through research initiatives.

Qualifications

• An honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Experience in experimental or developmental research environments.
• Significant experience managing relationships and projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop large-scale collaborative research projects.
• Establish and develop strategic relationships with the business community.
• Work with senior leaders to align initiatives with research priorities.

Skills

Relationship management

Project management

Grant/research bidding

Education

Honours degree in Engineering, Chemistry, ICT or equivalent

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Business Collaborations team within Queen’s Research.

As Business Collaborations Manager, you will play a central role in shaping and strengthening research-based engagement with industry and business locally, nationally and internationally. Reporting to the Head of Business Collaborations, the post holder will be responsible for establishing and developing strategic relationships and partnerships between the University and the business community, with a specific focus upon Engineering and Physical Sciences research. You will work closely with senior university leaders to deliver on initiatives that align with the University’s research priorities and enterprise objectives, and with academic colleagues to identify and facilitate external funding opportunities and foster business collaborations.

Please note that as this is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not re-apply as their applications will not be considered.

About the person:

You will support the development of large-scale collaborative research projects, working closely with academic and professional support service colleagues, providing direct support for applicants, particularly in relation to high-value bids.

The successful candidate will have:

• An honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area e.g. Engineering, Chemistry, ICT or evidence of substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of working within or supporting an experimental or developmental research environment.
• Significant relevant experience of managing relationships and project management in a collaborative context.
• Experience of working with the business community and ensuring socio-economic outcomes are delivered.
• Practical experience of compiling grant/research bids and the processes involved.