Health Research Development Lead

King's College London; England; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is looking for a Research and Development Manager to support its Institute of Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience. This full-time role involves working closely with academic staff to navigate research funding opportunities, delivering training to enhance application capabilities, and building collaborative relationships across disciplines. Ideal candidates will possess a graduate degree in health sciences, alongside experience in research funding, and strong communication skills. A hybrid working model is available.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or equivalent experience in a subject relevant to health sciences.
• Experience in academic research or funding environment with an understanding of health research funding.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support academic staff in understanding research funding goals.
• Encourage applications to appropriate funding opportunities.
• Deliver training activities for academic staff about funding streams.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate degree in Health Sciences

PhD or equivalent in Health Sciences

Job description

A leading university in the UK is looking for a Research and Development Manager to support its Institute of Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience. This full-time role involves working closely with academic staff to navigate research funding opportunities, delivering training to enhance application capabilities, and building collaborative relationships across disciplines. Ideal candidates will possess a graduate degree in health sciences, alongside experience in research funding, and strong communication skills. A hybrid working model is available.