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Research and Innovation Contracts Manager

Loughborough University – Research and Innovation Office

Two positions:

  • one Full time, Open Ended.
  • one Full time, Fixed Term until 31st March 2026. 

The University

Loughborough University is an excellent place to work. We’re ranked top ten in every national league table and a hold a global reputation for sporting excellence. As a university, we are ambitious and proud of our research and innovation activities, and are planning to grow in this area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a process that creates real impact on both a local and global scale.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

We’re seeking two experienced, professional and highly organised individuals to work in our Research and Innovation Contracts Team. The successful applicants will be responsible for managing a wide-ranging portfolio of contracts, including research collaboration agreements, studentship agreements, consultancy agreements, grant agreements and non-disclosure agreements.

Typical responsibilities: 

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating research and consultancy agreements.
  • Relationship building with academics and colleagues from professional services.
  • Explaining legal and contract management obligations to academics and post-award colleagues to ensure their understanding of, and compliance with, terms. 

Key Requirements: 

  • Previous experience of contract negotiation.
  • Knowledge of the principles of contract law and understanding of contractual terms.
  • A pro-active approach to work and the ability to use initiative. 

We are looking for two enthusiastic, creative, and agile individuals with an ability to manage changing priorities in response to new cases and/or information.

Our Benefits

  • Generous annual leave allowance Competitive pension schemes
  • A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes
  • We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
  • BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Season ticket loan scheme
  • On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
  • Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available 

Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible. This role offers dynamic working and, if successful, your line manager will discuss these informal arrangements with you.

For more information refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification document:

Full time, open ended

Full time, fixed term

The closing date for receipt of applications is 22nd September 2024.

Interviews will be held on the 1st of October 2024

Location: Loughborough University, Loughborough, Hybrid
Salary: £34,866 to £45,163 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.
Hours: Full Time, Part Time
Contract Type: Permanent, Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 6th September 2024
Closes: 22nd September 2024
Job Ref: REQ240814
 
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