Business Partnerships Manager (Medical Sciences)

This is available as a secondment opportunity. Part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE)
would be considered.





The Business Partnerships Office (BPO)in the Medical Sciences Division (MSD)
is seeking to appoint a Business Partnerships Manager. Working with business
has been highlighted as a growth area in the university’s strategic plan and
this position offers an excellent opportunity to develop an exciting career at
the interface of academia, business and government. Oxford University is the
UK sector lead for industrial research income (£477m in 2023) and the BPO are
responsible for the oversight and management of several of the key university
business relationships underpinning this activity.





The BPO performs a core function for the division by facilitating the delivery
of strategic research partnerships with businesses to encourage knowledge
exchange and support the translation of Oxford’s research. This involves a
mixture of business development and market analysis, networking, relationship
building and strategic partnership management. The work of the team is
diverse, stimulating and rewarding and we perform an important role in the
university’s mission of advancing medical research and delivering impact
through our business partnerships.





In this role the post-holder will help the division to identify new
opportunities for partnership with businesses and public bodies as well as
supporting the management and growth of existing relationships. They will work
closely with academics and clinicians from across the Medical Sciences
Division and our associated NHS Trusts to identify opportunities for
partnership and support strategic initiatives and research capabilities (e.g.
new institutes). Opportunities will be facilitated for the post-holder to
develop strong internal and external networks with a wide range of senior
stakeholders engaged in biomedical research in order to connect Oxford’s
capabilities with business needs.





The ideal candidate will be highly scientifically literate, a fast learner
with experience in external engagement and partnerships and combine strong
relationship skills with a good technical knowledge of current themes in
biomedical and translational health research to converse with experts in
corporate, NHS and university environments.





This position is available immediately for a fixed term until 31 July 2025 in
the first instance with the potential for renewal. In addition, a blend of
working from home and on-site working will also be considered.





For an informal discussion please email Dr Charlotte Bell at
charlotte.bell@medsci.ox.ac.uk .





This is a full-time post, however part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE) would be
considered.





The University as an employer genuinely cares about employees’ wellbeing and
this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:



• An excellent contributory pension scheme



• 38 days annual leave



• A comprehensive range of childcare services



• Family leave schemes



• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)



• Cycle loan scheme



• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans



The University also runs many social groups and sports clubs for those looking
for more than just a great place to work.





**All applications must include a CV and a Supporting Statement clearly
stating how you meet the essential criteria.**





Closing date for this position is 12 noon: **Tuesday 4 June 2024**. Interviews
will be held on either 11th, 12th, or 13th June 2024