We are now seeking an experienced Research Partnerships Manager to play a key role in driving forward our research strategy through effective collaboration with external research partners. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships that advance our work across the department.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
Identify, build and maintain partnerships which will push progress for our research strategy;
Strategic Planning:
- Develop a strategic approach to research partnerships, identifying the purpose and benefit for collaboration.
- Contribute to the development of strategic plans by providing insights on potential partnerships that align.
- Monitor industry trends and identify emerging opportunities for collaboration.
Partnership Development:
- Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with stakeholders aligned with organisational goals. Develop background intelligence on potential partners.
- Collaborate with the Research, Policy and Communications teams to understand organisational priorities and develop partnership opportunities.
Relationship Management:
- Support building and maintaining relationships with existing and potential partners. Support the Leadership Team to maintain a network of partners.
- Coordinate partnership activities to ensure internal alignment.
Proposal Development:
- Lead the development of partnership proposals, agreements, and contracts in collaboration with legal, finance, and research teams.
- Ensure that partnership agreements are aligned with organisational goals and values, and meet legal standards.
Performance Monitoring:
- Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of strategic partnerships.
- Regularly report on partnership outcomes to leadership.
Interactions between Research and other ARUK Teams
- Take part in working groups related to the wider priorities of ARUK.
- Work closely with other teams to ensure that relevant research partnerships with other organisations are well-managed and communicated.
What we are looking for:
- First Degree (or equivalent) in relevant biomedical science.
- Proven experience in strategic partnership development and management, preferably in the healthcare, research, or charity sector.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and partnerships simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
- Collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent team working skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with different audiences.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Highly motivated.
- Willing to embrace and drive change.
- Ability to build strong working relationships both internally and externally.
- Willing to travel, including occasional overnight and international.
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £43,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 12th May 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 20th May 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised as part of the selection process. Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please do contact us at recruitment@alzheimersresearchuk.org
How to apply:
Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK:
Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.
In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.
In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK