Faculty Research

1 week ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Full time

The Faculty is home to five University Centres of Research and Knowledge Exchange (UCRKEs); Bioscience, Ecology and the Environment, Advanced Materials and Surface Engineering, Advanced Computational Science and Musculoskeletal Science and Sports Medicine.

About the Role:
Working with the Faculty RKE Manager and the wider RKE Team, you will proactively support the delivery of the Faculty's RKE projects, in alignment with the University's RKE Strategy and UCRKE plans. You will be a main contact for queries and requests relating to the co-ordination and tracking of RKE projects, and for the provision of support to ensure RKE activities comply with internal and external policies designed to improve the quality of the research environment. This includes research integrity and internal peer review.

You will contribute to the creation and development of systems to underpin the provision of an efficient support service. Working with the Faculty RKE Manager, you will assist in the development of processes which will complement the objectives of the RKE Strategy. In conjunction with colleagues in the RKE Delivery team, you will provide post-award support for projects including assistance with purchasing and collation of timesheets & invoices where required. You will also take a leading role in supporting the organisation of RKE project related events/meetings as required.

This is an exciting time to join the RKE Directorate at Manchester Metropolitan University; the post holder will have the opportunity to work with a network of colleagues within the RKE Directorate and in the wider Professional Services to deliver and develop a high quality service across the University.

About You:
You will be educated to degree level or have substantial equivalent experience with a proven track record of managing project finances. You will be highly organised with an ability to prioritise service provision and to manage and delegate accordingly. You should also have:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good numerical and analytical skills.
- The ability to work as part of a team and enjoy adapting and creating new ways of delivering key objectives.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a variety of work activities in a busy environment and meet strict deadlines.

You must also have a commitment to excellent customer service and be willing to complete development and training in line with service requirements.

Working at Manchester Met:
Manchester Met offers a fantastic range of benefits to employees including:

- Central location which is excellent for commuters
- Generous annual leave allowance (25 days plus Christmas closure and Bank Holidays)
- Very competitive pension scheme.
- Access to retail discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Various other rewards and benefits.

How To Apply:
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

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