Head of Research Programme - Oxford, United Kingdom - Carbon Technology Research Foundation

Description

CTRF is now seeking a Head of Research Programme to continue to develop its carbon removal research programme with universities and research institutions.

This is a core position in the organisation, bringing scientific expertise and playing a significant role in implementing and evaluating the CTRF grant making strategy.

Working closely with the Scientific Advisory Council and CEO, you will ensure a transparent and rigorous process that enables CTRF to support high value research projects that contribute to tackling the climate emergency and deliver on CTRFs mission and goals.

You will also manage relations with the principal investigators leading CTRF funded research.

CTRF is a new non-profit company with big ambition to tackle the climate emergency. As such, it is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference.

The role will adapt as we grow, so we are looking for someone who is versatile and willing to work at pace and is comfortable with the duties and responsibilities of this role potentially evolving in accordance with the development of the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Scientific Advisory Council, especially the Chair (Dr. Surabi Menon, Executive Director, Partnerships, COP28 UAE) to ensure the research projects are of the highest quality and in line with CTRF priorities.
• Collaborate with the international scientific community focused on greenhouse gas removal and biotechnology to build appropriate research networks and share best practice and results.
• Prepare, market and disseminate calls for proposals and fundingrelated information to the right external networks, stakeholders and academic institutions.
• Provide advice and support to potential partner organisations and grant applicants in the research community.
• Manage and support the grants manager, who will complete tasks such as risk and feasibility assessments and due diligence on potential grantees (researchers).

Essential

• Strong academic research background (PhD highly desirable) in a scientific discipline, preferably with experience in a relevant research area to CTRF.
• Confidence and credibility to work with leading research experts in fields of CTRF interest (biotechnology and carbon removal/natural processes).
• Ability to network and effectively represent CTRF in the research community.
• Experience working with organisational governance, boards, committees, and external suppliers/partners.
• Experience working in research environments, with some experience of research grant making and management.
• Motivated selfstarter with drive and ambition and an ability to generate momentum though working collaboratively with others.
• Proactive, flexible mindset with the ability to quickly adapt to the needs of an evolving organisation.
• Experience of being part of a collegiate leadership team with ambition and commitment. Willing to take risks and adopt learning approach.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills, ability to synthesise large amounts of information quickly and clearly.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Desirable

• Knowledge of learning and evaluation best practice and systems.
• Experience of working in small organisations in an entrepreneurial setting.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Salary:
£55,000.00-£60,000.00 per year


Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oxford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Master's (preferred)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Oxford