Research Development Manager (Maternity cover)

Post Type:  Full Time, Fixed Term

Contract End Date: Saturday 30 November 2024

Closing Date: Sunday 15 October 2023

Interview Date: Monday 23 October 2023

The University of East London

The University of East London (UEL) is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the global capital. Founded in 1898 to serve the skills needs of the Industrial Revolution, our pioneering and forward-thinking Vision 2028 strategic plan led by our Vice-Chancellor & President, Professor Amanda Broderick, is making a positive and significant impact to the communities we serve, inspiring both our staff and students to reach their full potential. We are committed to driving diversity in the talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found, and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

The Job

We are seeking to appoint a Research Development Manager (Maternity Cover) to join the Research and Development Support (ReDS) Team within the Office for Postgraduates, Research and Engagement (OPRE) to provide high quality support for our research community in the development, submission, and set up of research and knowledge exchange grants. As part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share a passion for creating positive change. Working closely with academics and Directors of Impact and Innovation across a broad range of disciplines, you will target support effectively as we deliver our Vision 2028 ambition to grow research and knowledge exchange income to increase the economic, social, and cultural impact of our activities to the communities we serve.

This role is fixed term, maternity cover, lasting 8-9 months from 1st December 2023.

The Person

You will bring experience of successfully providing specialist advice and support to researchers for the development of externally funded projects at a UK HEI. With detailed knowledge of UK funding schemes and experience of researching and assessing funding mechanisms and sponsors in the UK and overseas, you will also have experience of working with colleagues to develop appropriately costed budgets.

Applications from internal staff seeking a secondment are welcome.

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI) achievements. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

Benefits Package

Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• 20% pension contribution (4% from you, 16% from us)
• 25 days holiday, plus 3 days over Christmas and bank holidays
• Hybrid working options for most positions
• Shared success bonus of £4,250 per annum
• Subsidised gym membership
• 3 times base salary life assurance
• Cashback healthcare scheme
• Discounts on Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out, and weekly shopping

Further details regarding employment benefits can be found in the benefits information sheet found at the bottom of the page.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Paul Reay, Head of Research and Knowledge Exchange Development, email: P.Reay@uel.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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