Job Description

Job number

ENG03501

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Salary or Salary range

56,652 - 68,005 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

1 Jun 2025

About the role

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This is a newly developed and highly responsible role in a dynamic Department. The post will involve a high level of interaction with academic staff, working with them develop research strategy, identify opportunities and write strategic research proposals. The postholder will also develop strong networks with industry and funders, with the aim of growing collaborative research across the Department.

What you would be doing

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Working closely alongside the Director of Research, you will be supporting the development and implementation of the Departments research strategy. You will pro-actively identify and support the creation of high-value opportunities, including the writing of large, collaborative bids, managing internal calls, drafting letters of support and advising the pre-award team on costing implications.



To be successful in this role, you will have developed strong relationships with funding bodies and industry partners, using connections to identify new or advise on existing opportunities. You'll will be the main industrial liaison point of contact in the Department, working closely with the Industrial Advisory Board, and drawing together connections across opportunities in both education and research. Further information can be found on the JD.

What we are looking for

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With a proven track record of successfully supporting the development of bids for competitive funding, you will have a good awareness of the research and funding landscape for electrical engineering or similar discipline, built up through relevant experience either in industry or through an academic background. As a confident communicator, you will be able to present complex matters succinctly, and enjoy bringing diverse teams together to generate ideas.



You will be able to work across teams diplomatically, and be well-experienced in identifying and nurturing relationships with funding bodies and industry partners, already having an existing relevant network. Further information can be found in the Person Specification on the JD.

What we can offer you

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The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.



Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes)



Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.



Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.



Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This is a full time role, fixed for two years, based at the South Kensington Campus.



For further details about the role, please contact Alice Ashley-Smith (Director of Operations) a.ashley-smith@imperial.ac.uk or Prof. Pantelis Georgiou pantelis@imperial.ac.uk (Director of Research)

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



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About Imperial

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Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.



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