Reseach Contracts Officer (Permanent and Fixed-Term Maternity Cover)

Location: Jubilee Campus. Reference: FAB197626. Closing date: Friday 23 October 2026.

About the role

Two Research Contracts Officer positions (one permanent, one fixed‑term maternity cover) within the University’s Research & Innovation Department, based at Jubilee Campus. The role sits in the Contracts team of Research Operations, supporting the Faculty of Medicine and Health Science and working with academic staff, partners and funders to draft and negotiate a range of research agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements (multi‑partner collaboration, data sharing, clinical trial, services, material transfer, confidentiality) that are fair and protect the University’s interests.
• Work pragmatically and creatively to agree contractual terms with a range of partners.
• Use template agreements to expedite contract execution where appropriate.
• Build productive relationships with stakeholders in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Science to understand research context and agree appropriate contract terms.
• Collaborate with other Contracts Officers, Research Operations and Faculty staff to provide seamless support to academic staff, funders and collaborators.
• Provide advice and interpretation of contract terms to colleagues as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and development of effective procedures and systems supporting research contracts.

Requirements

• Experience in supporting contracts, preferably within Medicine and Health Sciences (considered an asset).
• Ability to draft, negotiate and interpret a variety of research agreements.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills to work with academic staff, partners and funders.
• Pragmatic, creative approach to complex workloads and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and development of effective procedures.

Pay

Salary range: £35,608 – £47,389 per annum (pro‑rata, depending on skills and experience).

Schedule

Normal working hours: 36.25 hours per week. Part‑time options available with a minimum of 29 hours per week (0.8 FTE). Hybrid working model with required on‑campus attendance each week.