Research Partnerships Manager

Please note, this post is permanent and full-time at 37 hours per week. Flexible options available.

Do you have experience of developing and building external strategic partnerships? Is engaging with partners and working on a broad range of projects something that motivates you? Would you like to work within a friendly and supportive team on a hybrid basis and have 30 days holiday a year? If so, this opportunity may be for you.

The University of Lincoln has a long-term ambition to establish a global reputation for research, knowledge exchange, and impact. To support us in achieving our growth aims we are recruiting for a proactive, knowledgeable and enthusiastic Research Partnerships Manager to join our Research Development Team within the Research and Enterprise Department.

You will lead an integral part of our Research Development team, focusing on developing, managing, and expanding the University’s external funding portfolio through the development of external partnership opportunities leasing to strategic research income generation. You will take a lead on establishing and developing external networks on behalf of the University to raise its profile and build collaborations, especially with funders.

You will have experience of working in an income generation environment, of building relationships and stakeholder engagement, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.

The University of Lincoln offers exciting career opportunities with the chance to grow and develop to reach your full potential. We also offer a wide range of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year pro rata (plus an additional 14 bank holiday and concessionary days), progressive pay rates, access to discounts at popular stores and more. 

We are very happy to talk to you about flexible working options for this role. If you would like further information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Lyndsey Kemsley, Strategic Research Development Lead, at lkemsley@lincoln.ac.uk.

Further details:

• Job Description and Person Specification

You can find out more about working at Lincoln, and everything that we have to offer, at: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/jobopportunities/

We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBTQIA+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other.

Please note: If you think you may require a visa to work in the UK, please refer to UK Visas and Immigration or UK Visas – Information for Prospective Staff before embarking upon an application, to ensure that you understand the requirements for sponsorship. You may be eligible to work in the UK via other alternative visa routes such as the Global Talent Visa or by having Settlement / ILR; please refer to the UK Visas pages above for further details.

Closing Date: Sunday 30 March 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 16 April 2025

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