Research Development Manager (Biological Sciences and Biotechnology)

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester seeks a Research Development Manager for their Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. This pivotal role involves strategic initiatives in research funding, fostering collaborations, and managing partnerships to enhance the university's innovative landscape. Exceptional organizational skills and a proactive approach are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing large grant proposals.
• Skilled in developing research funding bids.
• Ability to facilitate interdisciplinary interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of research funding bids.
• Manage relationships with external partners and funding agencies.
• Drive innovation strategies within the Faculty.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Relationship management

Education

Experience in grant proposals

Job description

The Research Development Manager (Biological Sciences and Biotechnology) will be a key member of the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) team and will work alongside the Associate Dean for Research and Innovation to develop and implement strategic initiatives within the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health (FBMH).

This role is pivotal in driving forward our research and innovation strategies, fostering collaborative links, and managing relationships with external partners. Key responsibilities include supporting development of research funding bids, facilitating interdisciplinary interactions within the Faculty and University, and maintaining relationships with external funding agencies including BBSRC and the Wellcome Trust.

The post holder will be a proactive, highly skilled, organised and motivated individual with proven experience of playing a substantive role in the preparation/evaluation of large, complex grant proposals and delivering an increase in research funding. Key aspects of the role include gathering funding intelligence, horizon scanning and capacity building to ensure that FBMH is well positioned to respond to funding opportunities. Initiating and leading project and partnership activity and maximising relations with relevant parties and services will be important for success.

The post holder will report to the RDI Manager and will be a key member of the RDI team. The group of Research Development Managers work closely with senior academic leadership (Vice-Dean for Research and Innovation, Faculty Associate Deans and School Research Directors) and other RDI functions (e.g. business engagement, impact and translational research) to provide service excellence and enable the Faculty to realise its ambitions.

Benefits of working at The University of Manchester are outlined here https://www.manchester.ac.uk/connect/jobs/benefits-working-here/

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Natalie Theodoulou

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.