Role: Portfolio Manager
Location: Remote, (2 days per month on site - Swindon)
IR35: Inside
Rate: £600/day (Umbrella)
Duration: 6 months
Essential
- Degree in Life Sciences or related subject, and/or previous relevant experience
- A proven ability to analyse and present complex information and produce reports, interpret scientific information within own science area, and a readiness to develop a broader understanding of the science that BBSRC supports
- Ability to think strategically
- A demonstrable understanding of the bioscience research and innovation sphere, and the impact of scientific discoveries; including an awareness of how BBSRC works with the research community, other funders, government, and wider partners
- Experience of planning and prioritising own work to ensure that critical deadlines are met; as well as supporting others
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills, including strong liaison, networking and negotiation skills
- Strong, effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders; IT literate
- Effective team worker, able to collaborate and provide support to colleagues, to develop good working relationships with others, and to work flexibly and effectively on own initiative
- Willingness to travel in UK and abroad, including occasional overnight (or longer) absences
Desirable
- PhD in Life Sciences, or equivalent experience, and/or previous relevant experience
- Academic and/or administrative experience in the management of international projects or networks
- Understanding of the peer review process, and awareness of science policy issues
- Understanding of the purpose of international collaborations, knowledge of the European Commission's Framework Programme
Responsibilities:
- Manage, develop, and implement partnerships and associated bilateral and multi-lateral actions with overseas countries.
- Manage and ensure the successful progress and completion of deliverables and reports (technical and financial, including audits) associated with international funds.
- Lead the organisation of meetings, workshops etc., preparing corresponding documents such as meeting papers, reports, and presentations
- Represent interests at relevant meetings in the UK, and internationally
- Provide support to other related activities such as preparing papers and briefings for senior management, and for communication and dissemination
To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources.