Research Proposal Officer

About the role

The role provides pre award administrative support in the preparation and submission of proposals in the Faculty of Natural Sciences across 6 Departments.

What you would be doing:

The main purpose of the role is for you to support pre award activities liaising with Department staff and Principal Investigators internally and external parties in the submission of proposals. This will include advising and supporting costing and pricing using the College’s grant pre-award management system, ensuring compliance with funder terms and conditions and initiating due diligence checks on partners. You will also gain a good understanding of the TRAC methodology.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have both good computing (especially excel) and numerical skills. The role requires strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication. It’s a busy role so will need someone who is organised, able to work under pressure, often to tight deadlines and to respond effectively when faced with changing priorities. You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team. You will be committed to the delivery of customer service and have a can-do approach. Knowledge / experience of costing and pricing methodologies including TRAC FEC would be desirable but not essential.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year)
• Excellent on the job training, development and career progression

Further Information

If you require any further details on the role please contact:

Brooke Alasya– b.alasya@imperial.ac.uk

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