Research Funding Manager - Health and Patient Benefit

NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research); Twickenham; Hybrid; GBP 36,270 - 44,330; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Enhanced Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Insurance Cover

Benenden Healthcare Membership

Training and Development Opportunities

Season Ticket Loan

Job summary

A leading health research organization is seeking a Research Manager to oversee and manage funding processes. This role involves supporting innovative health research projects across England, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring effective monitoring and impact assessment. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and experience in managing research funding, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience managing research funding processes from application through post-award.
• Ability to critically assess research proposals in healthcare or clinical fields.
• Experience monitoring funded research projects, including budgets and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Support the full funding cycle for research.
• Coordinate funding committee processes and prepare feedback.
• Negotiate funding agreements and monitor project progress.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Meeting coordination

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in biomedical or life sciences

Job description

A leading health research organization is seeking a Research Manager to oversee and manage funding processes. This role involves supporting innovative health research projects across England, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring effective monitoring and impact assessment. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and experience in managing research funding, with strong analytical and communication skills.