Company Description
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is the UK’s largest funder of health and care research. The NIHR is committed to engaging and involving patients, carers, the public and communities in all the research it supports to improve the reach, quality, and impact of funded research. At the NIHR Coordinating Centre, we involve members of the public in our work.
Working closely with the global health research community, we commission and invest in applied health research and training that responds to the diverse needs of LMIC communities, anticipates the evolving global burden of disease and addresses health system priorities.
Job Description
Reporting to a Senior Research Manager, the post holder will cover the full end-to-end process of research management, from launching new calls for applications through to contracting and active monitoring of funded projects. This role will require an ability to work collaboratively with other team members. The post provides the opportunity for external liaison, with interfaces to UK government and academia.
Key Accountabilities:
Award management: Negotiating funding agreements for projects recommended for funding, including the negotiation of milestones, financial arrangements and reporting requirements to enable successful project progression; managing a portfolio of funded projects including monitoring of delivery progress and financial performance, reviewing intellectual property plans and other key deliverables, and managing contractual changes to ensure the project remains compliant with NIHR GHR programme objectives and expectations, analysis of project and programme level outputs, outcomes and impact. Assisting in the preparation of regular and ad hoc programme reports, papers and minutes.
Qualifications
Required Criteria:
- A degree in Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, or a related field
- Proven experience working on health-related international development projects funded by Official Development Assistance (ODA)
- A minimum of three years’ experience in research management
- Strong knowledge of biomedical and health research disciplines
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Desired Criteria:
- A Master’s degree or PhD in a biomedical or health-related field
- Demonstrated success in managing international or remotely delivered projects involving multiple partner organisations
- Experience in writing reports and evaluating research outcomes
- Proven ability to develop and adhere to established quality standards and best practices
- Strong experience in building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, with the ability to respond effectively to enquiries from a diverse range of global stakeholders
Essential Competencies and Behaviours:
- Proven ability to engage and build strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across a range of organisations
- High level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to distil and clearly present complex information
- Exceptional planning and organisational abilities, with a track record of managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity, with a clear commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
- A proactive and solutions-focused mindset, committed to continuous improvement and the delivery of a high-quality research management service to all stakeholders
Additional Information
Job Summary:
- Salary: £40,300
- Location: Twickenham / Hybrid working model
- Contract Type: Full Time Permanent
- Working Hours: 7.5 hours per day
- Annual Leave: 25 days, plus UK public holidays
Employee Benefits Include:
- Annual bonus, subject to company performance
- Enhanced Contributory Pension Scheme
- Life Insurance Cover
- Benenden Healthcare Membership
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Season Ticket Loan
Please note: This is an office based hybrid position, with a mandatory requirement to attend our office in Twickenham, London, one day each week.
Application Process
If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and believe you possess the relevant skills and background, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a 'Statement of Suitability' that showcases your key skills and experiences in relation to the 'Essential Criteria' outlined in the job description. Additionally, share your enthusiasm for working with NIHR.
Our Commitment to Equality and Diversity
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age or trade union membership.