Strategic Lead, Research Funding Development

Newcastle City Library; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking a Senior Research Funding Development Manager to lead the Faculty of Medical Sciences’ funding strategy. This role involves managing a dedicated team and ensuring high-quality proposals are submitted to maximise funding opportunities. Candidates should be knowledgeable about the national research funding landscape and have experience in leading complex application processes. This position offers a dynamic work environment and significant professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of the research lifecycle for fundamental and translational research.
• Knowledge of the national research funding landscape relevant to higher education.
• Experience managing preparation of complex research funding applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Faculty of Medical Sciences research funding development team.
• Develop a research funding strategy in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Maximise research awards across the Faculty using strategic insights.
• Ensure high quality in research funding proposals to maximise success rates.
• Provide support for researchers in identifying funding for projects.
• Work with external bodies like NIHR and Newcastle Health Research Partnership.

Skills

Research lifecycle understanding

Knowledge of research funding agencies

Experience in managing complex applications

Interpersonal skills

Strategic perspective

Communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

PhD or research qualification (desirable)

Job description

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking a Senior Research Funding Development Manager to lead the Faculty of Medical Sciences’ funding strategy. This role involves managing a dedicated team and ensuring high-quality proposals are submitted to maximise funding opportunities. Candidates should be knowledgeable about the national research funding landscape and have experience in leading complex application processes. This position offers a dynamic work environment and significant professional development opportunities.