Senior Research Operations Manager (Internal) (SCI447124)

Job title:

Senior Research Operations Manager (Internal) (SCI447124)

Company:

University of Nottingham

Job description

£45,163 to £56,921 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.Closing Date
Saturday 23 November 2024Reference
SCI447124INTERNAL VACANCYThis vacancy is open to employees of the University of Nottingham only.We are looking for a friendly, engaging and enthusiastic person to join the Faculty of Science Research and Knowledge Exchange (RKE) team. In this role, you will manage the Faculty’s Research Operations Team and lead the effective and consistent delivery of research operations across the Faculty.As a Senior Research Operations Manager you will:

• Lead the Research Operations team, line managing Research Managers in each Hub and facilitating the exchange of good practice.
• Manage the development and delivery of Faculty wide research-related operational processes, taking a proactive approach to maximising the Faculty’s research grant capture, income and margin and contributing to the continual improvement of research support across the Faculty.
• Contribute to strategic planning for RKE in the Faculty of Science
• Work closely with the Research Development team in delivering excellence in research support across the faculty, contributing in particular to the larger or more complex outputs, and working to appropriately target and maximise uptake of support offered.

And you will bring:

• Evidence of leadership and experience of managing staff including managing performance through coaching and motivation.
• The ability to work well under pressure and with minimal supervision, prioritising and planning your own workload.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, delivered with a proactive and positive attitude
• A high level of numeracy and proven ability to analyse and manipulate figures and data with ease.
• An ability to motivate, negotiate and influence both individuals and teams.
• Proven project management and problem-solving skills.

Extensive experience of the research funding processes in Higher Education and a thorough knowledge and understanding of working practices, processes and procedures relevant to research operations, including research lifecycle and associated outputs are essential. An understanding of funding bodies and financial management experience would be beneficial but not essential.

We welcome applications from high quality people who will enhance the diversity of our RKE team. The Faculty is committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally under-represented in Science.This is a permanent, full-time post (36.25 hours). Applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part-time and the number of preferred hours.Informal enquiries may be addressed to Sophie Richardson – Sophie.Richardson@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.Further details:(this will open a new window)Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to .We are delighted to share that we are the first university to have achieved .We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published for you to access information and support on application and interview process.We offer a range of benefits, visit website to learn what we can offer you.We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the page to find out more.Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by .

Expected salary

£45163 – 56921 per year

Location

Nottingham

Job date

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 05:55:12 GMT

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