Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Programme Manager – Translation to join Professor Dame Molly Stevens’s lab at the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery. This role is central to driving the lab’s translational research strategy by bridging the gap between scientific discoveries and their real-world applications. The postholder will develop a deep understanding of the research and commercial landscape, identify funding and partnership opportunities, and help shape the direction of translational activities. This is an exciting opportunity for a science-trained professional with a passion for innovation, research impact, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage and support internal translational research funding programmes
* Coordinate grant proposals and funding applications
* Assist in IP protection and commercialisation activities
Selection criteria:
* PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field
* Experience with grant writing, IP management, and research translation
* Excellent scientific communication and analytical skills
What we offer:
Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family-friendly and financial benefits including:
* An excellent contributory pension scheme
* 38 days annual leave
* A comprehensive range of childcare services
* Family leave schemes
* Cycle and electric car loan schemes
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Membership to social and sports clubs
* Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible arrangements.
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