Research Grants Officer in Humanities and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences are recruiting a Research Grants Officer. The successful applicant will primarily support researchers in preparing their proposals to external funders of research. This includes, but is not limited to, advising on the drafting and content of proposals in line with the funding guidance, facilitating our internal peer review process, liaising with the Pre-Award team on costs as well as sign-posting potential funding opportunities. This post would suit those with a keen eye for detail and a passion for process! This post is 37 hours per week for 12 months, and we are open to flexible working options and would consider any proposed arrangements. Qualifications required for post: A levels or significant relevant experience.   Experience required for post: Administrative experience in a research organisation and / or Higher Education   Interested applicants are advised to get in touch with Dr Emily Brown, emily.brown@brookes.ac.uk    Interviews: week commencing Monday 4 March 2024, to be held online.   You will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities ( Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities). For more information about benefits please see the document 'All about Brookes' below.   CV and Personal Statement : As part of the application process all applicants are required to complete our online application form by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button below.  All parts of the application form should be completed and in the section of the form called “Supporting Documents”, applicants must upload their CV and a Personal Statement.  To complete the Personal Statement part of the application, applicants must download the Personal Statement document which is part of the advert below and complete the form, providing examples and explaining how they meet each item detailed on the document.  The Personal Statement must then be uploaded to the application form along with the CV.   At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.   As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.   This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route.