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Research Grants and Contracts Project Manager Cirencester, GL7 6JS£38,784-£46,049 p/a depending on experiencePermanent, full-time, 35 hours per weekFlexible working options The University has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector. The University is committed to doing research that makes a difference on the ground, working to address global challenges including climate change, food security, and water resource management. Their vision is to achieve a global reputation for excellence and leadership across teaching, research, and engagement, with a goal of achieving at least 75% of research outputs being judged as world-leading. The postholder will provide expert guidance and hands-on support to academics throughout the full research funding lifecycle. They will lead on developing competitive grant applications, including coordinating bids, preparing budgets, ensuring compliance with funder requirements, and managing the end-to-end submission process. The role also supports the review, negotiation, and finalisation of research contracts and collaboration agreements to protect the University’s interests and manage risk. Following project award, the postholder will deliver robust post-award financial and project management support. This includes setting up project accounts, monitoring budgets, approving expenditure, and overseeing staffing requests in line with funder and University policies. They will be responsible for preparing and submitting financial claims, reconciling timesheets, meeting reporting obligations, and ensuring smooth project closure with all financial and administrative requirements fully met. The University is set in beautiful surroundings and offers a range of staff benefits including a 35-hour working week, a generou