Research Development Manager, Social Sciences

University of York
October 23, 2024
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Offerd Salary:£44,263 - £54,395
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Research Development Manager, Social Sciences

Department

Research, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange Directorate

Salary

£44,263 - £54,395 per year (reduced pro rata for part time working)

Grade

Grade 7

Contract status

Open

Hours of work

Part-time

Based at

University of York campus (with some remote working options available)

Posted Date

02/10/2024

Apply by

23/10/2024

Job Reference

13589

Documents

  • Job Description 13589.docx.pdf (PDF, 232.28kb)
  • Role Description Department

    The Research, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange (RIKE) Directorate supports and develops research, knowledge transfer and impact activities, with a critical component being the Research Development Team (RDT). This team collaborates closely with key academics and senior leaders to support existing, and identify new research strengths and priorities.

    Role

    Joining a successful team of proactive Research Development Managers (RDM) covering all three University faculties, within the social science portfolio you will: gain and share knowledge of our research capabilities; help to identify areas where York can make a significant research contribution; support strategically importan research initiatives; engage with funders and anticipate, identify, and develop funding opportunities; develop networks and collaborations and help ‘translate' between the disciplines to build research capacity; and promote a vibrant, innovative and impactful research culture. This role is available on a part time basis (29.6 hours per week, 0.8 FTE).

    Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
  • Knowledge of research-related funding agencies (including the primary schemes) and the processes of applying for research funding
  • Significant working knowledge of a social sciences research area
  • An understanding of the process by which academic research is conducted and translated into policy, practice, or product, together with the role of different stakeholders in this process
  • Experience of supporting colleagues and working collaboratively to achieve common goals
  • Demonstrable experience of strategic thinking (particularly in an HE environment)
  • Interview date : To be confirmed

    For informal enquiries : please contact Dr David Diston on [email protected]

    The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

    We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

    We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork

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