Strategic Research Development Manager

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Oxford seeks a Strategic Research Development Manager. This role involves generating strategic applications for research funding and collaboration within the university’s research community. The successful candidate will be proactive, possess strong organizational skills, and have experience in research management, benefitting from a range of employee perks including 38 days annual leave and flexible working.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Family leave schemes including maternity, adoption, and paternity leave

Hybrid and flexible working options

Contributory pension scheme

Sustainable commuting options

Community engagement through social, cultural, and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK and international research funding and policy landscape.
• Experience in post-award project implementation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with colleagues to produce strategic applications for external funders.
• Impact research development across the university.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Teamworking

Analytical

Strategic Thinking

Education

Experience in research or research programme management

Job description

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Strategic Research Development Manager, Oxford

Client: University of Oxford

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

27.05.2025

Expiry Date:

11.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Worcester Street, Oxford, OX

Salary: £48,235 - £57,255 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Contract: Full Time (part-time considered), Fixed Term (maternity cover 9 months)

About Us

Research Services supports Oxford’s research community. The Funding & Contracts Team, including the Strategic Research Development (SRD) Team, plays a key role in this support, focusing on large-scale research initiatives, strategic proposals, and investment propositions for the University’s Strategic Research Fund (SRF).

What We Offer

• 38 days annual leave, with options for extra days and long service leave
• Family leave schemes including maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Contributory pension scheme
• Sustainable commuting options
• Community engagement through social, cultural, and sports clubs

About the Role

The SRD team collaborates with colleagues to produce strategic applications for external funders and the SRF, impacting research development across the university.

About You

• Strong organization, communication, and teamworking skills
• Experience in research or research programme management in higher education or similar
• Proactive, flexible, strategic thinker with analytical skills
• Knowledge of UK and international research funding and policy landscape
• Experience in post-award project implementation is advantageous

This position is suitable for someone within the university seeking a secondment or an experienced Grade 7 Facilitator developing their skills. The role qualifies for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa, with costs covered by the University.