Research Capacity Development Coordinator within the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration for Greater Manchester (ARC-GM)

We are seeking a proactive Research Capacity Development Coordinator to join the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration for Greater Manchester (ARC-GM). This pivotal role supports the delivery of our Research Capacity Development strategy, working across six research themes and four enabling strategies to foster collaboration and inclusion.

You will coordinate programmes, events, and activities that build research skills among health and care professionals, partnering with trusts, NIHR networks, and academic teams. By connecting diverse stakeholders and promoting cross-theme learning, you’ll help create a culture where all roles are valued and development opportunities are accessible.

If you are highly organised, an excellent communicator, and passionate about enabling research that improves health and social care, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Sue Wood

Email: sue.wood@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support: jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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