Senior Translational Research Manager: UCL Translational Research Office
The Translational Research Group (TRG) within the UCL Translational Research Office, facilitates the translation of UCL’s emerging research by providing practical support to UCL early career and established researchers, helping to develop a translational strategy of their ideas to de-risk projects and make them more attractive to translational funding and industry investment for NHS adoption.
Responsibilities:
The activities of the Translational Research Manager (TRM) fall into three broad work-streams:
- Translational project plan development – providing guidance to Principal Investigators (PIs) at the earliest stages of moving research into translation in order to establish project plans that lead to robust grant applications and providing guidance on the best translational funding paths to pursue.
- Grant application – application of unique TRO skills which complement PIs to provide dedicated support with completing and submitting specific applications to funders within specified deadlines.
- Project management – providing dedicated project management for successful grants.
Key Requirements:
The post-holder should be educated to post graduate degree level, or equivalent level of experience in translational science and successful progression of projects along a translational pathway (gained in industry, biotech or academia).
Additionally, the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with excellent interpersonal skills is required, with a proven track record of influencing colleagues through credible debate and the provision of effective support.
Why Choose UCL TRO?
UCL is one of the UK’s leading universities, a world-class multidisciplinary research and teaching institution. Founded in 1826, UCL was the first university in England to admit students regardless of race, religion or gender. Additionally, UCL TRO offers flexible hours and options to work from home, generous holiday leave, an attractive pension and commitment to continuing your personal development.
This opportunity is a full-time position available immediately, closing on 31st October 2021.