Department
Research
Location
University House
Salary
£33,391 to £36,295 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Release Date
06 August 2024
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 27 August 2024
Reference
RIE24003
Birmingham City University is a large and diverse place to work right in the heart of the city and we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Innovation Development and Support Officer to join our dynamic team. The role will suit an experienced officer who can demonstrate significant knowledge and skill supporting projects throughout their lifecycle with the current focus anticipated to be on the pre-award phase of a project - from horizon scanning and concept, through to to bid development and submission.
Our Research and Innovation Gateway team seeks and develops new opportunities for collaborative research and innovation activities with other universities and partners in key sectors. Our aim is to pursue high-quality and impactful research and to enhance BCUs reputation for research regionally, nationally, and globally. Within innovation, we aim to create a community of interest across academia, public and private sectors, as well as other communities, to influence the innovation debate, space, and practice. This role will be anticipated to primarily support projects in the STEM subject areas, particularly in our Computing, Engineering and Built Environment (CEBE) faculty.
The Research & Innovation Gateway (RIG) team is one of a number of key operational teams that constitute the Research, Innovation and Enterprise professional services department. The function of the RIG is to provide cross-University support for the development and delivery of externally funded research and innovation projects, working in partnership with Faculty-based Associate Deans, research leaders, and research-active staff.
A Research and Innovation Development and Support Officer (RIDSO) provides comprehensive support for externally funded research and innovation projects, contributing to the strategic objectives of BCU and specific faculty objectives. This will be throughout a project lifecycle (from pre-award to post-award and project closure) to support the development and management of BCU’s portfolio of projects. The role entails working with a range of stakeholders within the University and with external project partners and funders. This role will focus on pre-award and on supporting the academic team in securing additional funding to meet wider faculty objectives. Therefore, experience of pre-award in HEI or similar roles will be highly desirable.
A more detailed overview is found in the job description including details on essential skills. Some of the key primary role specific responsibilities are as follows:
Pre-award - The RIDSO will:
- Register with applicable tender portals (such as Research CONNECT).
- Develop an understanding of funders and their various themes/funding portfolios to understand their core objectives, communicating these to academics, and develop relationships with the wider team to understand key areas of interest for future proposals.
- Use BCU’s system to create and develop projects.
- Develop an understanding of the invitation to tenders where required.
- Support the bidding and funding process and obtain final approvals for submission.
Birmingham City University has the drive and ambition to be a leading seat of teaching and research excellence. We are passionate about providing our learners with a transformational journey, enabled by an exceptional and supportive academic community.
With around 26,900 students from 100 countries, Birmingham City University is a large and diverse learning community. We put students at the heart of everything we do, giving them the best opportunities for future success. The University has an enviable reputation for providing quality, student-focused education in a professional and friendly environment. Our superb courses, state-of-the-art facilities, first-rate academics, and focus on practical skills and professional relevance all support our graduates’ future employability.
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