Strategic Research Funding Lead (Hybrid)

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Mentoring programmes

Accessibility resources

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University seeks a Research Development Manager to grow the university's research grant portfolio, advising leadership and academic communities on securing national and international funding.

The role requires a proven track record in securing research funding and developing funding opportunities, with strong networking and influencing abilities to build relationships with funders and stakeholders. A predominantly hybrid working arrangement is offered.

Qualifications

• Significant track record of securing research funding in one or more university priority areas.
• Experience developing national and international research funding opportunities and partnerships.
• Ability to build and engage internal and external networks to grow research income.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support Faculty, School and Institute leadership to grow the University's research grant portfolio.
• Lead and support the development of competitive national and international funding applications.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to optimise intelligence, influence funders and profile.

Skills

Grant writing

Stakeholder engagement

Networking

Influencing

Communication

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University seeks a Research Development Manager to grow the university's research grant portfolio, advising leadership and academic communities on securing national and international funding.

The role requires a proven track record in securing research funding and developing funding opportunities, with strong networking and influencing abilities to build relationships with funders and stakeholders. A predominantly hybrid working arrangement is offered.