Research Manager (110960-1025)

About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Rachel Canty (Head of Administration) at rachel.canty@warwick.ac.uk.

We are seeking an experienced Research Manager to lead and develop research support in the Department of Politics and International Studies at the University of Warwick.

This role is central to the planning and delivery of research and impact in the Department. It has also responsibility for the development and management of a department-based Professional Services Research team.

This is a strategic and hands-on role and is critical to the Department’s research success. Embedded in a vibrant community of 120 staff and 1,300 students this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in one of the UK’s leading departments of politics and international studies.

About You
You have significant experience of working at a senior level in research support or a similar service area in higher education. You understand the complexities of research funding and have successfully supported grant development, budgeting, and post-award processes. Your excellent communication and analytical skills allow you to work collaboratively with academic and Professional Services teams, while your strategic mindset helps you to contribute to longer-term research planning.

You are adept at managing financial regulations and funder requirements, and you bring proven leadership and line management experience. Highly organised and proactive, you are motivated by enabling research excellence in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Diversity Statement

• PAIS holds an Athena Swan silver award, a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in higher education.
• We provide a welcoming and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment in which all colleagues can thrive. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from racially minoritised, disabled, LGBTQIA, and economically disadvantaged communities. We actively champion a culture of inclusion, intellectual curiosity, and innovation across our diverse department.

About You
You have significant experience of working at a senior level in research support or a similar service area in higher education. You understand the complexities of research funding and have successfully supported grant development, budgeting, and post-award processes. Your excellent communication and analytical skills allow you to work collaboratively with academic and Professional Services teams, while your strategic mindset helps you to contribute to longer-term research planning.

You are adept at managing financial regulations and funder requirements, and you bring proven leadership and line management experience. Highly organised and proactive, you are motivated by enabling research excellence in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

CLOSING DEADLINE: Thursday, 4th December 2025 at 11:55pm (UK Time).

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