Portfolio Manager
2 months ago
Location: Polaris House, Swindon
Hours: Full Time and Part Time will be considered (minimum 0.8 FTE)
Contract Type: Open Ended/Permanent
Proposed Interview Dates: 4th / 5th September 2024
About the role
The BBSRC is currently seeking to recruit a Portfolio Managers to join our Research and Innovation Funding Delivery (RIFD) team. The RIFD team is responsible for the management, peer review and awarding of BBSRC's research and innovation grant applications, awards to students and research fellows and research infrastructure. The role will focus on managing the assessment of pioneering research applications from the academic community that help tackle major bioscience challenges. We are seeking an individual who understands Life Sciences and an interest in working with universities, research organisations and businesses in a UK and International context.
Job Activities:
- Collaborating with BBSRC colleagues on the development and creation of new funding calls
- Leading the grant application, assessment, and award processes for BBSRC's funding activities; providing oversight on the external peer review of applications and managing expert assessment panels
- Using your knowledge of BBSRC's funding programmes and policies to provide advice and guidance to the research and innovation community and internal colleagues on how to apply for grants, funding policies and peer review processes
- Organising and leading the delivery of peer review meetings throughout the UK, ensuring that all applications are assessed fairly and robustly
- Providing advice and outreach to the research and innovation community, and other stakeholders, on BBSRC's funding programmes, processes, and policies
- Utilising your knowledge of BBSRC's scientific portfolio and funding processes to contribute to the ongoing continuous improvement of funding application, assessment, and award processes; and supporting the office and research community throughout the implementation of changes
Person specification:
- Hold a degree in a biological or related subject, and/or have previous relevant professional experience.
- A demonstrable interest in and understanding of the aims and objectives of BBSRC.
- An ability to plan and prioritise your work, manage a range of activities and meet deadlines.
- Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in teams with colleagues and external stakeholders
- Effective communication skills including the ability to produce clear and well-structured documents and presentations for internal and external audiences.
- Effective analytical skills with the ability to analyse data and derive meaningful information accurately and responsibly.
- Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally and work for a minimum of four days per calendar month in Polaris House, Swindon
Benefits
We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package We're committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning
- An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme
- 30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent)
- Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities
- Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice
- Flexible working options
Plus, many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work life balance
How to apply:
For full details, please visit our careers site via the 'Apply' button above. Please submit an application including your CV and a Cover Letter that showcases how your skills and experience align to the requirements of the role.
£34,905 per annum. UKRI Band D
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