Project Officer for Ribo-Code BBSRC sLoLa

Overview

Project Officer for Ribo-Code BBSRC sLoLa, Faculty of Biological Sciences

This role will be based on the university campus with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Do you want to be part of an exciting team project? Do you want to empower scientists to do cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research? Are you passionate about project management, positive research culture, science communication and EDI?

Responsibilities

• Organise meetings, reporting and facilitate research; oversee day-to-day running of the programme and its future development.
• Co-ordinate external advocacy (e.g. with the advisory board) and public engagement activities.
• Ensure effective utilisation of resources, budget updates and that data storage systems are in place.
• Coordinate collaborative working between academics at 3 universities, a scientific advisory board and 16 researchers, and assist with future funding applications.

Qualifications and skills

• Degree-level qualification in science, engineering, business or project management.
• Track record in the management of similar academic projects, with demonstrable project management skills, including strong analytical, creative and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organised and motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Background in the biomedical sciences and experience in coordinating cross-institutional research projects is advantageous.

EDI and culture

We are passionate about fostering a supportive, responsible, and inclusive research culture. Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are central to how the team operates, and the team will play active roles in EDI activities across the 3 universities. Development opportunities (e.g., CV writing workshops, presentation training, meet industrial representatives) will be available. Mentoring will be provided and tailored to your career goals.

Salary and visa

Salary Requirements of the Skilled Worker Visa Route

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information, please visit the Government's Skilled Worker visa page.

Contact

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Dr Julie Aspden, Director of RiboCode BBSRC sLoLa