Championing Digital Research Infrastructure for UK Science

1 month ago


Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom NERC - the Natural Environment Research Council Full time
Job Title: Championing Digital Research Infrastructure for UK ScienceCompany Overview:

The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is a non-departmental public body that supports and funds research, training, and knowledge exchange in the natural environment.

Salary:

We offer a highly competitive salary of £100,000 - £125,000 per annum, depending on experience, to lead our ambitious project in championing digital research infrastructure for UK science.

Job Description:

This funding opportunity through the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Digital Research Infrastructure (DRI) programme will support the development of one Knowledge Exchange and Communication (KEC) NetworkPlus. The successful candidate will lead this initiative, co-ordinating and enhancing knowledge exchange of computational research, setting good practice for dissemination of software developments in UK science across the UKRI remit.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field
  • Experience in leading large-scale projects, preferably in the field of digital research infrastructure
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • A collaborative and inclusive mindset
Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • A highly competitive salary
  • A generous pension scheme
  • Annual leave entitlement
  • The opportunity to work with a talented team of researchers and scientists
Others:

The full economic cost of the grant can be up to £1,875,000. UKRI will fund 80% of the FEC at £1,500,000, including indexation. The award will have a duration of three years.



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