Assistant Research Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle University is seeking a people oriented and proactive professional to join the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) as an Assistant Research Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and implementing research service delivery in a dynamic research environment.

You will work closely with the School Research Manager to provide robust, agile and coordinated research proposal support for an allocated unit in the SAgE Faculty. You will support in the delivery of key strategic initiatives aligned to unit, Faculty and University priorities.

To carry out this role you will take the lead on development and implementation of research proposal strategy and support for the unit, developing and managing key relationships with a range of stakeholders. You will be a dedicated strong team player who is comfortable in taking the lead whilst working in a matrix structure. You will be a proactive problem solver, with the ability to negotiate and influence colleagues across organisational boundaries.

You will report directly to the School Research Manager, deputising when required and supporting areas of research management and service delivery in line with strategic priority need. The role is offered on a full-time basis. We would welcome requests for flexible working and depending on the needs of the role, blended working opportunities to work remotely as well as on campus may be considered.

Key Accountabilities:

• Working closely with the School Research Manager to develop and implement a strategic plan for awareness and support of all research proposals across the unit.
• To coordinate and provide agile and visible PS support for all research proposals across the unit, bringing in specialist teams from across the University.
• To provide sound advice and guidance relating to all areas of costings, costing and pricing strategies and actively support in costing proposals.
• To identify and implement mechanisms that support a thriving, inclusive and supportive environment for research proposal development.
• To coordinate and ensure appropriate support for the timely submission of high-quality complex funding applications.
• To ensure knowledge and expertise in advising and signposting for research funding applicants in relation to non-finance support.
• Support the School Research Manager in the implementation of induction and appropriate training and development for research and research-enabling colleagues.
• Work with the Head of Faculty Research, Finance and other teams to ensure that opportunities to enhance and create a consistent approach to research support are optimised.

The Person (Essential):

• A sound understanding and knowledge of the research environment.
• Experience of research administration either with a funding agency or higher education institution.
• A demonstrable understanding of how to build a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Effective collaboration, influencing and negotiation skills.
• An ability to recognise and analyse the dynamics of problems and issues and provide innovative solutions.
• An ability to think strategically and comfortable working at a complex level including the management of conflicting priorities and demands.
• Experience of costing and managing projects or equivalent experience.

Attributes and Behaviour:

• Acts in a collaborative, inclusive, collegiate, transparent and open manner, acting with integrity and able to build trust with colleagues and partners.
• An energetic and 'can do' approach which will inspire and enthuse others.
• A role model of the University values and guiding principles who promotes a culture of mutual respect.
• An articulate and confident communicator, able to deal with difficult situations and to challenge where necessary.
• An exceptional team player confident in working in partnership with others within and outside the organisation.
• An ability to act objectively in dealing with complex problems, issues and decision making.

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent level qualification and/or experience in a similar research related role.

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