Deputy Grants Manager

Applications are invited for two Deputy Grants Managers, to work in leadership positions in the large and busy grants team within the University of Oxford's prestigious Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences.

This presents an exciting opportunity for individuals with significant experience of research grants administration to join this large and growing department, the first in the University to be awarded Athena Swan Gold status, and to play leading roles within a team whose services are in constant demand.

The grants team supports the preparation and costing of research grant applications, coordinates award set up for successful applications, and manages post-award processes in accordance with sponsor and University requirements. Specific responsibilities for the new postholders will include line management of a small team alongside directly managing a portfolio of research groups. The Deputy Grants Managers will also be required to act as expert business partners providing professional and flexible financial management to research groups to support the achievement of the department’s strategic objectives.

For the full range of selection criteria and responsibilities of this post, please view the job description.

We are dedicated to the continuous professional development of our team members. Both in-house and on-the-job training will be provided to support your journey in this role.

This is a full-time permanent position, though we are open to considering part-time (at no less than four days per week). We have two posts available.

Join us and become part of a dynamic and friendly team that thrives in the fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment of the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences at the University of Oxford.

You will be based in the Radcliffe Primary Care building, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your usual place of work but you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager.

For further information or discuss the post please contact Kristy Smitten, Kristy.Smitten@phc.ox.ac.uk 

“Committed to equality and valuing diversity”

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Monday 15 July 2024.

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 30 July 2024.

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