Research Project Manager

University of the West of Scotland – Research Services

Paisley & Lanarkshire Campuses

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: Until March 2029

The University of the West of Scotland is recruiting a Research Project Manager to grow our research capability.

Based in Research Services, a dynamic department providing professional funding advice and support to academic colleagues, this exciting new post-award project management role will see the postholder undertake general administration and management of a portfolio of projects, as well as oversee, plan, organise and communicate the activities generated by those projects. The Research Project Manager will support Principal Investigators to coordinate and support multidisciplinary teams of researchers, from across its university and other partners, with teams of varying sizes depending on the research project.

This position will initially support two interdisciplinary UKRI-funded projects in the UWS School of Health and Life Sciences, ‘Early intervention systems for sustainable aquaculture health in Viet Nam and Thailand’ and ‘Working with Dementia Network Plus’. The research project manager will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the research projects, working closely with the project PIs to ensure /to oversee project budgets and the distribution of funds between partners. 

The successful candidate should have the following:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant life sciences, environmental sciences, public health or social sciences. A post-graduate degree in a related subject would be beneficial.
• Experience building relationships with stakeholders.
• Appropriate evidence of project planning skills, ability to understand, collate and analyse complex information.
• Have experience of delivering/managing research projects, and understand the operational requirements needed to comply with University policy and procedures including governance, quality assurance, quality enhancement, finance.
• A good understanding of terms and Conditions for research grant funding.
• Commitment to working and leading international teams of academic and research staff in delivering research impact.

About UWS

University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.  

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.   

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2023 Young University Rankings). 

The School of Business & Creative Industries at UWS is a vibrant community, delivering innovative learning and teaching alongside a rapidly developing research and enterprise profile. You will join a supportive and motivating team, where you will be part of a multicultural, multidisciplinary community of scholars and students from around the world. Students benefit from our strong links with industry, and the world-class research that underpins our courses, delivered on each of our five campuses and through many partners across the globe.  

We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:  

• 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays 

• An additional days leave on your birthday 

• Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (currently 19.3%) including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme, A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance 

• Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers 

• Fitness facilities across our campuses 

• Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme  

• Professional, career and research development opportunities. 

Interview date: Tuesday 22^nd April 2025

The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged. 

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UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.  

UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer. 

University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.