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Research Programme Officer:

Employer
European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)
Location
Hinxton
Salary
Competitive
Closing date 12 May 2024
Discipline

Life Science
Job Type
Engineer
Employment - Hours
Full time
Duration
Fixed term
Qualification
Masters
Sector
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About the team/job

EMBL-EBI is seeking a Research Programme Officer to assist with the delivery of a programme of research projects under the supervision of our Research Group Leaders.

The Research Programme Officer will work with the relevant Research Group Leaders to develop and deliver an integrated programme plan that ensures that project deliverables and milestones are met alongside compliance with internal and external processes and requirements.

This role entails the full range of scientific project management responsibilities including liaising with a variety of internal teams covering research administration, legal/contracts, finance and IT security.

Your role

The initial programme of projects includes large national and international consortia, including the Stratified Medicine Paediatrics study, a new ERC funded collaboration, and several research projects with Genomics England and other national and international collaborators.

The Research Programme Officer role provides an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a wide range of research-related areas.

The nature of the role is suited to someone who has a research background with some experience of research and project management and delivery.

You will work closely and collaboratively with the Research Group Leaders as well as your counterparts across EMBL-EBI.

The role will suit someone with an entrepreneurial spirit who is interested in identifying and solving complex problems in a professional and positive way within a diverse research environment.

Supporting the management and administration of the existing externally funded grants and internal core funding. Tracking expenditure and ensuring that the funding aligns effectively to the benefit of the science and funder requirements. Working with financial and other teams across EMBL-EBI and collaborating organisations as required to ensure delivery of reports e.g. to funders as required.
Support the Research Group Leaders with recruitment, working with the EMBL-EBI HR team.
Supporting the Research Group Leaders in identifying, requesting access to and managing controlled access datasets necessary for their research, ensuring compliance with IT security and other requirements.
Supporting aspects of organising and planning relevant strategic and projectrelated meetings for the Research Group Leaders, with assistance from the Research Office. Drafting meeting notes; tracking and following up on actions.
Assisting in the preparation of publications, press releases, material for websites and other external communication around the research programme when requested.
Knowledge sharing with other teams across EMBL-EBI, including the Grants Office, Research Office and Contracts team.

You have

A Ph.

D. or Masters relevant to work undertaken at EMBL-EBI, or equivalent work experience in a scientific or technical environment.

Demonstrable experience that is relevant to writing grants and reports.
A high degree of ability in handling numerical or financial data and demonstrated attention to detail.
Good organisational skills, the ability to prioritise different tasks and to manage your own workload.
The ability to handle confidential information and all situations with diplomacy and tact.
A high level of independent working and initiative.
Excellent networking skills and demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
Excellent verbal and written English language skills.

You might also have
Experience in the following areas would be advantageous but not essential:

Experience with biomedical datasets, including the ethical considerations and processes used to manage access to these.
Experience in coordinating complex tasks or projects across a team or a number of partners.
Experience of research contracts and research governance matters.
Experience with European Union research funding.

Why join us

Do something meaningful

Join a culture of innovation

We are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside.

This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential.

Enjoy lots of benefits:

Financial incentives:
Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances **Flexible