At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and negotiate research contracts while collaborating with academics and external partners.
- Company: Leading higher education institution with a focus on innovative research.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on academic excellence.
- Why this job: Play a vital role in shaping impactful research partnerships and collaborations.
- Qualifications: Experience in research contracts and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 60 - 60 £ per hour.
Location: London (Hybrid 3 to 4 days onsite per week)
Salary: Up to £60 Per hour (umbrella) DOE
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Research Contracts Manager to join a leading higher education environment, supporting the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of research partnerships and collaborations. This is a key role within the research support function, responsible for managing, reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of research-related agreements. You will work closely with academics, researchers, external partners, funders, commercial organisations, and internal legal teams to ensure agreements are commercially sound, legally robust, and aligned with institutional policies.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of research contracts, intellectual property, risk management, and collaborative research arrangements, with the ability to provide practical advice in a complex academic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, draft, negotiate, and manage a variety of research agreements, including:
- Collaboration agreements
- Funding agreements
- Consortium agreements
- Confidentiality agreements (NDAs)
- Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs)
- Data sharing agreements
- Research and commercial contracts
- Provide expert advice to academic colleagues and research teams on contractual matters, risks, obligations, and commercial considerations.
- Negotiate contract terms with external organisations, including universities, research institutions, industry partners, and funding bodies.
- Identify and manage risks relating to intellectual property, confidentiality, publication rights, liability, indemnity, data protection, and regulatory requirements.
Research Contracts Manager in London employer: Solos Consultants
Join a dynamic and inclusive team in Reading, where we prioritise employee well-being and professional growth. As a Pay, Reward and Benefits Manager, you'll enjoy competitive rates, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for advancement within a large organisation that values your contributions. Experience a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while being part of a meaningful mission.
