Senior Programme Manager (ORI)

We are seeking a Senior Programme Manager to join the Oxford Robotics
Institute at the University of Oxford’s Engineering Science Department on a
fixed term contract initially to the 31st January 2026.





You will be responsible for funding applications and research project
management for the institute’s research projects. You will need to develop
strong relationships with a variety of key stakeholders including academic
leaders, other university staff and external funding partners (both UK and
international). The current portfolio consists of 25 active grants from around
10 external funders includes projects funded by the Engineering and Physical
Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Innovate UK, European Research Council,
Royal Society and industry.





You will assume responsibility for the financial and operational management of
ORI projects working with the Institute Administrator and line managing the
ORI project manager (1FTE).





You should be educated to degree level with experience of administration or
project management in a research environment, public sector environment or
other large complex organization. You should have proven financial aptitude
with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to produce clear and
concise financial/research reports. Evidence of problem solving and
negotiating skills is also essential.





Informal enquiries may be addressed to the ORI Administrator, Laura O’Mahony
(Laura.omahony@eng.ox.ac.uk).





Further information: http://www.eng.ox.ac.uk/jobs/home





Only applications received before midday on the 15th May 2024 can be
considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting
statement (describing how past experience fits with the advertised position),
a CV and the details of two referees. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to
provide examples of digital content they have produced.