We are recruiting

WE ARE RECRUITING

We currently have 1 post available:    Closing date 5pm Thursday 16th November 2023

Research Grants and Contracts Manager at the Roger Williams Institute of Hepatology                               

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Institute of Hepatology to deliver efficient and effective grant management and research support. The post holder will work closely with the finance and administration team to support researchers in identifying, securing, and managing external grant income. This will include acting as the key point of contact for all pre- and post-award enquiries, advising on eligibility, funder regulations and timescales, ensuring grant applications are appropriately costed, managing internal approval processes, grant submissions, and post-award grant set-up and reporting. We are seeking experienced candidates with knowledge of the research funding landscape and regulations to support the Institute’s researchers with all aspects of the grant lifecycle to ensure those doing science can focus on research.

Who we are looking for:

Educated to degree level (or equivalent) or with significant experience in Higher Education or charity environment, you will have experience in research grant management and financial administration, be highly organised, with good communciaiton and strong interpersonal skills.

The Research Grants Manager will be a key member of the Administration & Finance Team supporting the Institute and will need to adopt a broad perspective, engaging positively and proactively with the Institute’s research team and research strategy.

The job would suit someone able to work independently and the role is suitable for hybrid working. The role is offered as full time but we would consider making it a part time for someone with the right experience.

Job Description

Informal enquiries:

contact Natalie Day (CEO, Foundation for Liver Research)  n.day@researchinliver.org.uk

To apply for this post: please send a 1-page covering letter explaining your background and suitability for our team, together with a detailed CV describing your experience to date and including names and contact details of two referees, one of whom is the current/most recent employer, to:

Natalie Day, CEO   n.day@researchinliver.org.uk

Roger Williams Institute of Hepatology, 111 Coldharbour Lane, London SE5 9NT                 

Quote Job Ref: RS58                       Closing date 5pm Thursday 16th November 2023

Please name any attached documents you send as follows:

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In the event that you are invited for interview we will contact you by email confirming the arrangements. 

The Roger Williams Institute of Hepatology and the Foundation for Liver Research are committed to fostering a safe and welcoming working environment where everyone feels valued.

If you have not heard from us 10 days after the closing date for applications, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview. While we aim to respond to all applicants this may not be possible due to pressure of time.