Senior Research Contracts Lead (Hybrid)

University of Oxford; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Family leave scheme

Hybrid and flexible working

Contributory pension

Cycle loan & travel discounts

Social clubs

Job summary

The University of Oxford is seeking a senior Research Contracts professional to support research funding and contracts across the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division. You will draft, review and negotiate research related contracts with industry funders and external partners, manage a large portfolio, and provide strategic advice on costing, collaboration, and compliance.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, strong pension provision, and generous leave entitlements as part

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required.
• Proven track record negotiating research/IP-related contracts with industry funders.
• Knowledge of public research funding in the UK.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage large, complex workload under deadlines.
• Discretion and ability to represent the University externally.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate research related contracts across disciplines.
• Manage a large portfolio of research contracts and funding agreements.
• Provide specialized advice on costing, pricing, collaboration, compliance and the technology transfer process.

Job description

The University of Oxford is seeking a senior Research Contracts professional to support research funding and contracts across the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division. You will draft, review and negotiate research related contracts with industry funders and external partners, manage a large portfolio, and provide strategic advice on costing, collaboration, and compliance.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, strong pension provision, and generous leave entitlements as part