Overview
Research Funding and Development Co-ordinator at Coventry University. This role focuses on supporting research funding submissions and embedding impact into project design within the Research Services pre-award team.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate research funding submissions, ensuring proposals are high quality and competitive.
* Provide expert advice on funder guidelines, eligibility and costing.
* Help embed research impact into project design, supporting projects with real-world benefits.
* Develop and share clear, practical guidance for researchers through training, information sessions, workshops and events.
* Act as a central point of contact for internal funding processes, making them smooth and efficient.
* Support the delivery of exciting strategic and transdisciplinary projects.
* Work closely with academics, research centres, and professional services across the University to enable research excellence.
The Successful Candidate
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience).
* Knowledgeable about the higher education sector and research funding landscape.
* Confident in providing advice, preparing bids, and ensuring projects stay on track.
* Skilled in communication—both written and verbal—with strong attention to detail.
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities, and enjoy working as part of a team.
* Experience with research costing, pricing, or full economic costing would be a bonus, but training and support will be provided.
The Benefits
As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have access to a wide range of industry-leading rewards and benefits which include:
* Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
* 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* New Holiday Purchase Scheme
* Life Assurance 4 x Salary
* BUPA Cash Plan
* CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research
Industries
* Higher Education and Research Services
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