RKEO Lead: Grants, Governance & Data (6‑Month FTC)

Leeds Trinity University; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a motivated Research & Knowledge Exchange professional for a 6-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will support academic staff with grant applications and research governance, leading compliance and impact activities. Ideal candidates will have strong research support experience and excellent communication skills. The position requires familiarity with Microsoft SaaS systems and tools like Power Automate and Power BI, and provides an excellent career development opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience in research support (pre / post-award).
• Strong administrative and IT skills to manage workload.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support academic staff across grant applications and management.
• Lead research governance and compliance activities.
• Administer and manage service management systems.

Skills

Research support experience

Strong administrative skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of research governance

Tools

Microsoft SaaS systems

Power Automate

Power BI

Job description

A leading UK university is seeking a motivated Research & Knowledge Exchange professional for a 6-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will support academic staff with grant applications and research governance, leading compliance and impact activities. Ideal candidates will have strong research support experience and excellent communication skills. The position requires familiarity with Microsoft SaaS systems and tools like Power Automate and Power BI, and provides an excellent career development opportunity.