Assistant Research Manager

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
Newcastle University is seeking a people oriented and proactive professional to join the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) as an Assistant Research Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and implementing research service delivery in a dynamic research environment.

You will work closely with the School Research Manager to provide robust, agile and coordinated research proposal support for an allocated unit in the SAgE Faculty. You will support in the delivery of key strategic initiatives aligned to unit, Faculty and University priorities.

To carry out this role you will take the lead on development and implementation of research proposal strategy and support for the unit, developing and managing key relationships with a range of stakeholders.

You will be a dedicated strong team player who is comfortable in taking the lead whilst working in a matrix structure. You will be a proactive problem solver, with the ability to negotiate and influence colleagues across organisational boundaries.

You will report directly to the School Research Manager, deputising when required and supporting areas of research management and service delivery in line with strategic priority need.

The role is offered on a full-time basis. We would welcome requests for flexible working and depending on the needs of the role, blended working opportunities to work remotely as well as on campus may be considered. The hiring manager will discuss the requirements of the role, should you be invited to interview.

For informal enquiries about the role please contact Lizzie Bell, School Research Manager for Computing and Mathematics, Statistics and Physics, (Elizabeth.Bell2@newcastle.ac.uk).

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