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.