Research Support Officer

University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking university is looking for a passionate Research Support Officer to enhance the research capabilities within the Faculty of Humanities. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional support for research grant applications and externally funded projects. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication, you will play a vital role in facilitating the research efforts of academic staff. This innovative institution offers a supportive environment, excellent employee benefits, and the possibility of hybrid working arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance. If you are eager to contribute to impactful research, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in research support and grant application processes.
• Strong collaborative and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality research support to academic users.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of research grant applications.

Skills

Research Support

Grant Application Preparation

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Humanities or related field

Job description

The role

The University of Manchester is seeking to appoint a Research Support Officer to join the Research Services (RS) team within the Faculty of Humanities.

You will work with a team of colleagues based in Humanities Research Services to deliver high quality research support to academic and other service users. You will report to a Research Support Manager and work closely with Research Services colleagues and other academic and professional support colleagues to primarily support the preparation and submission of research grant applications and other externally funded projects.

What you will get in return:

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

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, 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: Paula Dalzell, Research Support manager

Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

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.