Centre for Trophoblast Research – Executive Manager

The Centre for Trophoblast Research (CTR) at the University of Cambridge was founded in 2007 as a Centre of excellence to promote scientific study of the placenta, early development and maternal-fetal interactions during pregnancy. It brings together over 30 Principal Investigators, many of whom are recognized international experts in their fields. The CTR was one of the University of Cambridge’s first inter-school initiatives: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/

The CTR is seeking to recruit an Executive Manager who will be responsible for the development and operation of the Centre’s activities, including supporting the research strategy of the CTR and developing funding opportunities. Reporting to the Director, the Executive Manager will help steer the over-arching aim of the CTR and will build and support networks within the CTR and between the CTR and strategic partners, ensuring Cambridge remains a world leader in research in placental biology and reproduction.

The Executive Manager will work closely with the Centre Training and Licencing Coordinator to support strategic objectives of Centre to increase and diversify research grant income and to foster strong collaborative opportunities between the approximately 30 group leaders within the CTR. This will be achieved through an excellent understanding of funders and their objectives within the UK and internationally.

The Executive Manager will have an important role in enhancing local provision of research grant support tailored to researchers in the CTR and participate in grant preparation and supporting grant applicants. For example, identification and coordination of the application for collaborative grants between CTR groups, shared equipment and strategic applications in consultation with the Director. The role holder will work closely with the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience grants team to assist with costing and submitting grants. They will also engage with networks and themes within the School of Biological Sciences and with University of Cambridge Strategic Research Initiatives and Interdisciplinary Research Centres, the University more widely and external organisations to promote the CTR and instigate funding and collaborative opportunities.

The Executive Manager will also provide general administrative support to the Director of the CTR, to ensure the Centre operates effectively. The role holder will serve as the primary point of contact in the CTR for PhD students and NGFs, and will be responsible for coordinating CTR seminars, away days and annual meetings with the support of NGFs and PhD students.

Candidates should hold a minimum of a first degree, or equivalent qualification in a scientific discipline. Please refer to the further particulars document for a full list of essential skills and qualifications.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The Department of Physiology, Development & Neuroscience particularly encourages women and candidates from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background to apply for this vacancy.

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you can start working for us. Any job application you submit to us will be assessed using criteria based on the knowledge, skills and experience required for the relevant post. You will not be treated less favourably than another applicant on the grounds of national origin. However, any offer of employment we make to you will be conditional upon you gaining permission to work in the UK. For further information: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/right/have/

Appointments will be made on a fixed-term, full-time, basis for a period of 3 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding.  The salary range is £31,406 – £40,927.

We would also welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

Instructions for applications: Candidates must submit an application via the Cambridge University Job Opportunities website https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/ by the 14^th January 2022. References will be requested from candidates after interviews.

We aim to hold interviews shortly after the closing date.

To find out more about the CTR please visit our website at: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/

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