European Research Funding Specialist
1 month ago
We are seeking a skilled European Research Funding Specialist to join our team at UK Research and Innovation. The successful candidate will be responsible for championing UK engagement in European research funding, leveraging their expertise in the European funding landscape to shape international research opportunities and strengthen UK collaborations with the EU.
The Senior European Advisor & National Contact Point (NCP) Coordinator role is based in the UK with regular travel to Brussels, ensuring in-person engagement with the European research and policy environment through networking and workshop events.
Key responsibilities include:
- Oversight and coordination of UKRO NCP services, ensuring consistent resource for NCP helpdesk services and delivery of timely training webinars ahead of key deadlines primarily for Legal and Financial questions, as well as for the New European Bauhaus scheme.
- Deploying and developing expert knowledge legal and financial issues relating to European research and innovation policy.
- Providing high-quality guidance and advice on EU funding programmes and their implementation, as well as carrying out regular presentations, briefings, and training sessions to UK researchers and businesses.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- An understanding of the European funding landscape, including legal and financial aspects, preferably with experience of working in a role that promotes effective UK engagement in EU Research, innovation, and higher education activities, or equivalent experience.
- An understanding of the work of UK Research and Innovation, its constituent councils, as well as UK research and higher education funding systems.
- Leading and driving projects, demonstrating sound project management and organisational skills, including the use of effective change management mechanisms.
We offer an excellent salary package of £43,116, plus benefits including an excellent defined benefit pension scheme, 30 days' annual leave, and flexible working options. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for European research funding, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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