Programme Manager - Research Funding

About the NC3Rs

Science-led and evidence-based, the NC3Rs is the UK’s national organisation for the 3Rs, established in 2004 to accelerate the development and uptake of approaches that replace, reduce or refine the use of animals in research and testing. The NC3Rs has earned a reputation nationally and internationally for scientific excellence, demonstrating that the 3Rs deliver benefits for animal welfare and new knowledge for improving human and animal health, protecting the environment and generating business opportunities.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Programme Manager to join our research funding team. This dynamic role is integral to delivering the NC3Rs’ mission of promoting the 3Rs principles across scientific research. You will play a key part in supporting funding activities, managing a diverse research portfolio, and facilitating the success of innovative and impactful projects.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the development, characterisation and application of 3Rs models through the end-to-end delivery of NC3Rs grant funding schemes.
• Working with NC3Rs award holders to maximise the outputs and impacts arising from their research.
• Embedding the 3Rs in the training and research activities of early career researchers.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including NC3Rs award holders, Panel members, funders and collaborators.

What you will bring:

• Strong background in scientific research and management (ideally in an in vitro or alternative technology that has the potential to replace the use of animals)
• Passion for advancing the 3Rs in scientific research
• Excellent organisation and analytical skills
• Experience in project management and research funding
• Experience in building and maintaining excellent relationships with stakeholders

Location and benefits

Based in London, this role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. In addition to a generous pension plan, employees benefit from 30 days of annual leave, career development opportunities, and support for work-life balance.

Further Information and how to apply

The Research Funding Programme Manager will report to Dr Katie Bates, Head of Research Funding.

This is a hybrid role based anywhere in the UK, which may require regular travel to institutions across the UK and the NC3Rs London office. Reasonable adjustments to travel requirements will be considered, in line with our commitment to accessibility and flexible working. The post holder may need to work early and/or late on occasion, especially around key meetings and events.

There will be no formal staff management responsibilities. The successful candidate will be subject to routine security and background checks.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 19 November 2024.

Please ensure to submit a CV and covering letter. Your cover letter should clearly outline how you meet the criteria listed in the personal specification and your motivation for applying for this role.

Please note failure to address the criteria or submit a covering letter may result in your application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV.

Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 2 December 2024.

For any queries relating to the post, please email recruit@nc3rs.org.uk.

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