Research Assistant à Grande-Bretagne

Applications will close at 23:59 GMT on 22nd June 2025.

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 7th July 2025.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates without existing permission to work in the UK should note that sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route may not be available for this role, depending on the applicable SOC code. Further information is available on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The university's research aims to address major global challenges across four themes: agriculture, food and health; environment; heritage and creativity; and prosperity and resilience. Our interdisciplinary work spans continents and explores solutions for climate change, health improvement, food security, and cultural understanding.

Focusing primarily on the Prosperity and Resilience theme, you will contribute to developing high-quality research grant applications and generating research income. The Assistant Research Development Manager will support the Research Development Manager within the Prosperity and Resilience team, under the guidance of a Senior Research Development Manager, as part of the Research Development team.

• Effective professional communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise tasks, and manage workload efficiently.
• Capability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of research funding sources and mechanisms in the UK and internationally.

You will join a team dedicated to supporting researchers in developing and submitting high-quality research grant applications. The role is based on our beautiful Whiteknights campus, which has received 14 consecutive Green Flag awards. The university offers a generous annual leave package of 26 days plus 8 additional closure days, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time roles), and supports flexible working arrangements.

Primary Contact: Katie Powell, Research Development Manager, k.e.powell@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact: Charlotte Johnson, Senior Research Development Manager, c.d.johnson@reading.ac.uk

The university is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, supporting the Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charters, and championing LGBT+ equality. We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Applications for job sharing, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered based on operational needs.

£36,130 to £39,355 per annum, pro rata.