Research Development Manager

Job Title: Research Development Manager
Department: Research and Innovation
Salary: Grade 8 (£46,974 - £56,054)
Closing Date: 28th July 2024 at 23:30
Reference Number: 029462

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation, and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

To manage and support the development of Ulster’s research grant income in line with the targets set out in the Research & Innovation Strategy. The post holder will be responsible for providing a pragmatic, business driven service, to effectively support the strategic growth of research income. The post holder will proactively promote the research development work across the University and support a wide range of simultaneous applications for grants from a range of prestigious sources.

The post holder will represent the Research Development team of the Department for Research & Innovation and will provide a proactive proposal development service, including co-ordinating the contribution from academic colleagues and external collaborators and ensuring the submission of high quality, suitably costed, robust, competitive and fundable applications.

The post holder will also contribute to the work of the Research Development team to develop large scale, high quality and multi-disciplinary applications and with the wider Research & Innovation team to provide a continuous and effective pre and post award service to Ulster researchers.

The post will also work closely with the Associate Deans for Research & Impact, academic colleagues and senior University Officers to ensure that the Research Development team meets its ambitious targets and maximises external funding opportunities, in line with an agreed Action Plan for Research Development.

- ABOUT YOU -

We are seeking a candidate with a strong understanding of the priorities, operations, and strategies of relevant research funding bodies, and the key components of a successful high-value research grant application. Candidates will hold a degree qualification. The ideal candidate will have experience advising on multiple collaborative projects, updating and maintaining databases, managing projects, and leading project teams. They should also have a proven track record of facilitating collaboration, co-ordinating multi-partner projects, and writing reports and briefing papers to inform decision-making. Additionally, they must demonstrate the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders to identify problems and solutions within agreed timetables and budgets, and effectively manage time and priorities to meet strict deadlines.

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Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.

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