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Research Grants Manager

37,000- 41,000plusbenefits(Pro Rata for Part-Time)

Reports to:Senior Research Grants Manager
Directorate:Research & Innovation
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Hours:Part-Time, 21 hours per week
Location:Stratford, London.Office-based with high flexibility (As part time, 1-2 days per fortnight in the office).
Closing date:Tuesday 9th June 23:55pm
Recruitment process:Competency based interview via MS Teams
Interview date: Weekcommencing22nd June 2026
Visa sponsorship:You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UKisnotable tooffer visa sponsorship.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

Cancer Research UK are looking for aResearch Grants Manager to join ourResearchOperationsteam on a Part Time Basis for 12 months. In this role you will work independently to deliver the application and committee process for a defined portfolio of grant applications and awards.

Our ResearchOperationsTeam is pivotal to ensuring that Cancer Research UK continues to fund and support a wealth of innovative, world-class Cancer Research that will contribute towards our vision of beating cancer.

As a Research Grants Manager, you will provide external researchers and host institution administrators with advice, guidance and support on Cancer Research UK's funding schemes, research policies, and grants management approach.Thisposition will be working to supportapplicants tothe Research Careers Committeeand theactive awards ofexistingfellows.

You'llhave a strong understanding of the UK biomedical research environment and be comfortable working to deadlines and managingmultiple tasks. In return, this opportunity offers the chance to work at the cutting edge of scientific research, collaborating closely with the research community. It may also suit completing PhD students currently in the final writing phase of their studies.

What will I be doing?

• Managing a portfolio of Cancer Research UK's applications and awards.

• Supporting the operations of one of our Research Funding Committees and its Expert Review Panels by handling queries, advising on and promoting specific funding schemes, preparing panel reports, meeting papers and meeting minutes, and providing written post-Committee feedback.

• Managing the peer review process, through the identification of appropriate referees and Expert Review Panel members.

• Reviewing the finances for each award and carrying out post-Committee meeting outcomes.

• Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with a network of CRUK researchers and host institution administrators; supporting grantees and applicants to manage their applications and awards.

What are we looking for?

• Strong science background, with post-graduate qualification in a relevant subject.Orproven professional experience within in a researchenvironment.

• A solidunderstanding of the UK biomedical research environment, potentially through working in or with universities/hospital trusts/biomedical charities.

• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships withinternal and externalstakeholders.

• Strong planning and organisational skills, ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, showing adaptability to meet targets and deadlines.

• Accuracy and excellent attention to detail, with demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold:Act with ambition,courageand determination

Credible:Act with rigour and professionalism

Human: Act to have a positive impact on people

Together:Act inclusively and collaboratively

We'relooking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.

Ifyou'reinterested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills andexperience,we'dstill love to hear from you.

What will I gain?

Wecreate a working environment that supports your wellbeing andprovide agenerous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Ourpolicies and processes enable you toimprove your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

You can explore our benefitsby visitingourcareers web page.

How do I apply?

Weoperate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality,diversityand inclusion. CVs arerequiredfor all applications; but wewon'tbe able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

For more information on this career opportunity pleasevisit our websiteor contact us atrecruitment@cancer.org.uk.

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