Senior Research Grants Officer

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom MLC Partners Full time

We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a leading institution. Our client is seeking a Senior Research Grants Officer to provide comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of research grants within their dynamic and growing department. This is a full-time, fixed-term role with a 2-year contract, offering a great opportunity for someone with a passion for research administration and strong analytical skills.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the full research grant life cycle, from application to closure, including both pre- and post-award processes.
  • Collaborate closely with academic staff, professional services teams, and colleagues across the Faculty and Research Management & Innovation Directorate (RMID) to ensure effective management and reporting of research grants.
  • Provide high-quality administrative support with a focus on research grant management, tracking, and reporting.
  • Prepare and present monthly grant reports for Principal Investigators, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting against budgets.
  • Interpret complex financial data and communicate key figures to a wide range of stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.


Key Skills & Experience:

  • Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and reports.
  • Proficiency in Excel and Power BI is essential for reporting and data visualisation.
  • Prior experience in research grant management or a similar administrative role is highly desirable.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial and research data to a non-technical audience.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment.


Role Details:

  • Contract Type: Fixed-term, 2 years
  • Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
  • First month for training: On-site for 1 month
  • Work Location: On-site, at least 3 days per week (Wednesday being the core day)


This is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious institution and contribute to cutting-edge research. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient management of research grants, providing vital support to researchers and faculty members.


If you have a strong background in research administration, are proficient in data analysis tools, and are looking for an impactful role within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply



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