Research Manager, Partnerships

Marie Curie; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading end-of-life charity as a Research Manager - Partnerships to nurture strategic collaborations in palliative care research. This pivotal role includes establishing a new Research Funders Forum and coordinating impactful engagement activities. Be part of a passionate team dedicated to advancing end-of-life care through innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible working

25 days annual leave

Pension Scheme with matched contributions

Loan schemes for transport and technology

Continuous professional development

Wellbeing programs

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• Background in research and knowledge of UK funding environment required.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in organising workshops and external events is needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage a new Research Funders Forum and engage with stakeholders.
• Organise workshops based on the top research priorities.
• Monitor a portfolio of funded research projects.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK research funding

Stakeholder engagement

Research impact understanding

Education

Degree in health or research-related field

Job description

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Job Description

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK and Marie Curie is also the UK's largest charitable funder of palliative and end of life care research. Our Research Management & Impact team oversees a diverse and growing portfolio of funded projects, research partnerships, and knowledge mobilisation activities. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team dedicated to building the evidence base that drives real-world improvements in palliative and end of life care.

As our Research Manager - Partnerships, you'll play a pivotal role in building and nurturing strategic partnerships to advance palliative and end of life care research in the UK. You will lead the setup of a new Palliative and End of Life Care Research Funders Forum, coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, and support impact planning across a select portfolio of research grants. This is a unique opportunity to help shape national research priorities and influence the future of care through collaboration, insight, and innovation.

Main responsibilities:

• Establish and manage a new Research Funders Forum for palliative and end of life care, engaging with the Government and charitable funding bodies.
• Plan and organise workshops and other activities following the identification of the top 10 research priorities in the collaborative Palliative and end of life care Priority Setting Partnership with the James Lind Alliance.
• Identify new opportunities for strategic research partnerships by reviewing databases and networks.
• Monitor a small portfolio of externally funded research projects, ensuring delivery and maximising their policy and practice impact.
• Manage partnership agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs).
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including research funders, academic collaborators, and sector bodies.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Policy, Caring Services, Comms) to amplify the reach and impact of research outputs.
• Stay informed on developments in the research and end of life care landscape to inform strategic decision-making.

Key Criteria:

• Background in research (delivery or support) and solid knowledge of the UK research funding environment.
• Educated to at least degree level in a health or research-related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confidence working across stakeholders to build and maintain engagement.
• Understanding of research impact and experience organising external-facing events or workshops.
• Research presentation experience and knowledge of qualitative/quantitative methods.
• Familiarity with the charity sector or palliative care landscape will be an asset.

Please see the full job description here.

Application & Interview Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and Cover Letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
• Close date for applications: 27 June 25

Salary: £35,530 - 39,474 per annum + £3,500 London Weighting Allowance if Applicable

Contract: Fixed-term contract for 24 months, full-time (35 hours per week)

Based: Hybrid. Working from home and our Embassy Gardens office in London (at least 2 days a week).

Benefits you'll LOVE:

• Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
• Access to Blue Light Card membership
• Subsidised Eye Care

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [e-mail]

About Us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 3,500 staff and 5,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left

Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.