To help achieve our goals, we’re looking for a Research and Innovation Officer to support the expansion and enhancement of Research & Innovation activity within the Centre for Cardiovascular Research, Innovation and Development (CURIAD). This is a key post that will contribute to the Research and Innovation ambitions of the University’s Strategic Plan 2030.
You’ll lead the way by: - Supporting all research and innovation projects undertaken by research staff in the Centre.
- Providing project advice, guidance and administrative support to research and academic staff in the Centre engaging in Research and/or Innovation activities.
- Developing awareness and understanding of research and innovation funding bodies. Identify potential areas and providers of research and innovation funding.
- Managing Pre and Post Award Research & Innovation Projects for the Centre.
What You’ll Bring
With excellent knowledge of Research & Innovation projects within Higher Education you’ll be able to promote awareness and understanding of research and innovation opportunities amongst the Centre’s academic staff. You will bring excellent organisational skills to manage Pre and Post award Research and Innovation projects and be able to maintain a comprehensive and accurate range of information on research and innovation data that will inform periodic and annual reports.
Additionally, you’ll:
- Provide project advice, guidance and administrative support to research and academic staff in the Centre engaging in Research and/or Innovation activities.
- Have good interpersonal skills, including ability to work at all levels and maintain good working relationships.
Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.
We Offer Excellent Benefits Such As
- Annual leave of 25 days Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years’ service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
- Excellent family friendly policies - take a look on our Policy Hub page.
- Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
- Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership and cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
- Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
Contact us
For more information about the role please contact Huw Jones on hpjones@cardiffmet.ac.uk.
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page
If you would like to discuss your advert with a member of the recruitment team please contact staffrecruitment@cardiffmet.ac.uk for guidance and support.
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