DiSSCo UK Senior Grants Operations Manager in Swindon

DiSSCo UK Senior Grants Operations Manager in Swindon

Swindon Part-Time 45000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Research England

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage grants operations for a major national digitisation project in natural sciences.
  • Company: Join DiSSCo UK, a pioneering initiative transforming scientific collections.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a chance to shape the future of science.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and impactful environment.
  • Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking project that digitises millions of specimens.
  • Qualifications: Experience in grants management and strong organisational skills required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.

Salary: £46,743 per annum.

Band: UKRI Band E.

Hours: Full time or Part time (minimum 0.8 FTE).

Contract Type: 3 years Fixed Term.

Location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire.

Closing Date: Sunday 28 June 2026.

About the Role

The Distributed System of Scientific Collections UK (DiSSCo UK) is a £155.6 million investment for a national infrastructure programme to digitise 37 million natural science specimens.

DiSSCo UK Senior Grants Operations Manager in Swindon employer: Research England

At DiSSCo UK, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and innovative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Located in the vibrant city of Swindon, our team enjoys a supportive environment with flexible working options, competitive salaries, and the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that digitise invaluable natural science collections. Join us to be part of a mission-driven organisation that values your contributions and invests in your future.

Research England

Contact Details:

Research England Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace DiSSCo UK Senior Grants Operations Manager in Swindon

Grants Management
Project Management
Budgeting
Stakeholder Engagement
Communication Skills
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills