Research Contract Specialist

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an
international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research
plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon
emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.





Research Services works in partnership with the University of Oxford’s
researchers and their departments. The Research Contracts Specialist role is
to review, draft and negotiate research related agreements, along with
providing advice on contractual issues associated with research and its
outputs. Research Contracts Specialists are also expected to develop good
personal relationships with our researchers and departments across the
University as well as with funding bodies and research collaborators.





We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated Research Contracts
Specialists to join the Research Funding and Contracts team based in our
offices at 5 Worcester Street, Oxford.





**What We Offer**





As an employer, we genuinely care about our 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



• Cycle loan scheme



• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans



• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs





This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working





**About the Role**



Research Services is a rapidly growing area of the University and this
position provides a good entry point for those seeking a career in University
administration. There is ample opportunity for specialist and on-the-job
training.





**About You**



You will be educated to degree level, be well-organised, enjoy finding
solutions to potentially complex issues, and be able to work and communicate
effectively under pressure in this challenging but rewarding role. Ideally you
will have a scientific background or administrative experience in higher
education or a charity-based environment, and an interest or experience in
contractual and organisational matters.





**Application Process**



Applications for this vacancy should be made online and you will be required
to upload a CV, supporting statement and the contact details of two referees.
For an informal discussion about the roles please contact Sophie Baines
(sophie.baines@admin.ox.ac.uk) or Caroline Hosking
(caroline.hosking@admin.ox.ac.uk).



The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 17th June.





Interviews will take place on 12th July and will be online via Teams.