Head of Research Funding

1 week ago

Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association Full time

Are you ready to shape the future of research that makes a real difference to people's lives?

We're looking for an experienced and motivated
Head of Research Funding
to lead our research funding activities and play a key role in implementing our new research strategy. Based in Northampton, this role offers the opportunity to oversee the development of new funding opportunities and ensure our work continues to drive meaningful progress for people affected by MND.

As
Head of Research Funding
, you'll ensure our research investment delivers impact where it's needed most. Working closely with colleagues across the Research and Innovation Directorate, you'll manage a dedicated team, develop effective funding schemes, and strengthen connections with researchers, review panels, and grant holders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the Association's research funding activities, delivering to agreed budgets and timelines.
  • Ensure research priorities are focused on the needs of people affected by MND.
  • Develop and implement new funding schemes that accelerate progress and support our strategic aims.
  • Lead improvements to grant management systems, processes, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to involve people affected by MND in funding decisions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the research community, including members of our review panels, peer reviewers and grant holders
  • Oversee all reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees related to research funding
  • Contribute to annual business planning and continuous improvement within the Research Funding team.

About You

  • A degree in biological sciences, chemistry or related subject
  • At least five years' experience in research management, ideally within a charity or government funding organisation.
  • Experience in management of complex operational functions related to the management of research funding
  • Line management and performance management experience
  • Strong background in developing and implementing grant management systems and processes.
  • Experience in financial management, including budgeting and financial reporting.
  • Experienced in business planning and process improvement

About Us

Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

What We Offer

  • 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
  • Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
  • 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
  • Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
  • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
  • Access to
    Benefit Hub
    for discounts on everyday shopping.
  • Enhanced pension scheme.
  • Opportunities for training and personal development.
  • Hybrid working.

The full job description and further information about working for the MND Association is available in the candidate pack.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

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